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Being a light industrial manager isn’t easy. You’ll need to be dedicated, work hard, and embrace the idea of learning something new every day. Here are a few tips to become a better manager. Learn Your Operations Inside and Out To be a stellar manager, it’s not enough to know the basics. Take the time… Read more
If you haven’t updated your resume in a while, now is a great time to jump on it! But depending on the industry you work in, you might not be sure what needs updating. Here are a few tips to refresh your resume for 2022. Skills One of the best ways to refresh your resume,… Read more
Managers are extremely busy, especially in the post-pandemic era. You’re probably coping with staffing shortages, trying to keep up with ever-changing regulations, and possibly even redesigning your workspace. But listening to your employees’ needs and concerns is more important than ever before. They’ve been through a lot, and they need to know that you have… Read more
You may be familiar with active listening, a highly useful skill that helps you better understand what the speaker is trying to say. But to take your career to the next level, you’ll also want to develop empathetic listening skills. This type of listening is about making a human connection. The goal is to learn… Read more
Warehouse productivity is directly linked to how well the facility is organized and optimized. Fast and reliable warehouses are able to keep both workers and customers happy, while reducing costs. If your warehouse is due for an overhaul, here are some tips. Start with an Audit How can you improve your processes if you don’t… Read more
Starting a new job can be an exciting time in your life. But what happens if a few days or weeks into the new position, you realize that it simply isn’t right for you? Maybe the day-to-day responsibilities are different than what you expected. Or you just aren’t clicking with your new coworkers. No matter… Read more
Some people believe that a manager’s role is to assign projects and job duties and make sure they’re properly executed. While this is part of the job, it’s actually only a small fraction. The majority of a manager’s role is serving as a team leader. Great leaders know how to inspire and motivate people to… Read more
Although salary is what most job seekers focus on when deciding whether to accept a new role, it’s only part of the story. In the United States, benefits often constitute about 30% of total compensation. Yet many people don’t know exactly what benefits they have or how they work. All employers are different, but most… Read more
You’ve probably heard mumblings of the Great Resignation. Starting in the spring of 2021, and continuing through today, workers have been leaving their jobs in previously unimaginable numbers. Some land at other companies, while others start their own businesses or leave the workforce altogether. This has led to a dramatic worker shortage that has companies… Read more
As another new year approaches, now is the time to make a strong financial plan! Here are the basics to follow: Assess Where You Are Today Take a hard look at your finances as they currently exist. Determine your net worth today by subtracting what you owe (liabilities) from what you have (assets). Liabilities include… Read more
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