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Are These Common Problems Making your Business Inefficient?

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Contributed post.

As the CEO of a growing business (or someone who aspires to be), you may feel (at times) like you have everything figured out. You’ve got a great team, and in-demand product, expanding brand recognition, and the future looks bright.

Common business problems

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But if your business grows exponentially, you may end up running into more problems down the line. This happens all the time, but there are ways to mitigate risks. It all starts with pinpointing your inefficiencies.

Lack of Alignment

At times, you may feel as though your team is being pulled in all different directions. [Read more…]

Seven Things to Do as a New Leader

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Guest post by Rachel Jackson.

All your hard work has paid off. You’ve finally been recognized as the valuable asset to your organization that you strive to be, and you’ve been rewarded with a promotion to management.

Congratulations! Whether you’re leading three people or 30, here are some tips for cementing your new leadership role so that you can build a better team.

Guidance for new business leadersHave an Open-Door Policy

An office allows you to close the door if you need to have a private discussion with one of your team members, as opposed to having those conversations in a sea of cubicles. However, if you’re not engaged in a private conversation, your door should never be closed. You should also arrange your office so that you are accessible to your staff; make sure that your desk faces the door and people can make eye contact when entering.

Get to Know Your Staff

Take the time to learn about your team. Get to know their strengths and their weaknesses, how they work, and a little bit about their personal lives. Understanding what drives and motivates your employees will help you to guide them effectively. Learn the ins and outs of who gets along, who works best independently, and who can help bring the team together.
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