A lot of small business owners are lamenting their experiences with hiring and working with Millennials. Small business owners are struggling with how to bridge the generational gap and get through to this new generation of workers. I hear a lot about how “they just don’t get it” or how “they are entitled”. Many articles…
Actually, the best leaders combine a little of both. But whichever way you trend, it’s important to know how (and when) to tap into your strategic or tactical side to use it most effectively. How do you know when to be strategic or tactical? An effective leader is in tune with the business and where…
There’s no feeling like being in first place. Being in the top spot in Google, Bing, and Yahoo! searches doesn’t just feel good, it pays. The top spot on Google gets approximately 33% of the clicks for a particular search. As it should be, a lot of importance is put on being in the top…
There was another major ransomware released this weekend called Wanna Cry. As long as we continue to use computers and technology we will all have to deal with these threats to our businesses and organizations. There are two key elements to being protected: Technology systems Human intelligence Technology Systems The basic technology systems are security software,…
Put your winter jacket back in the closet and get outside to enjoy the weather – spring is here! You can’t drive a mile without seeing people jogging, biking, and even sunbathing if you’re close to a university like we are here in Bloomington/Normal, IL. Like the sun coming out in spring and people flocking…
