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We’re thrilled to welcome Ocir Black, our Intern through the Greater Winston-Salem Inc. ASPIRE program! Ocir is excited to gain experience working with different types of people in a more professional setting while he’s with us this Summer! Fun Fact: He’s a published author! Check out his website https://www.ocirjaroninc.com/
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
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
Management is a tough job. You’re responsible for driving new growth, sticking to budgets, and balancing the needs of both your customers and your employees. With so much on your plate, it may feel like you don’t have time to deal with employee feedback. Yet this feedback can actually be key to your company’s success.… Read more
When the COVID-19 crisis hit, businesses worldwide suddenly shifted to remote operations, many for the first time. For a lot of companies, remote work is now here to stay. If you haven’t managed a remote workforce before, you may feel isolated and overwhelmed, and unsure how to be most effective. Here are some tips for… Read more
No matter how much you try to be fair, odds are strong that you probably have some employees you jive with more than others. As humans, we’re wired differently – how we communicate, what we prioritize, how we problem solve, and how we manage conflict. We’re naturally drawn to people who are wired similarly to… Read more
If you’re new to recruiting and have been appointed to conduct your first job interview for your company, there are a few guidelines you should follow. It‘s essential to learn how to perform an interview properly because an effective one will likely lead you to the best candidate for your company. During your time with the candidate, you‘ll want… Read more
You already know that to advance your career, you’ll need to assume more responsibility. But how do you take on more without becoming overburdened? And how do you approach your Manager to ask about extra duties in the most effective way? You will want to take a professional approach when you ask for the added… Read more
If you’ve been promoted to a Manager recently, you’ve probably noticed a significant change. Now you have different responsibilities and roles to fill. You will also have some opportunities to advance your career and the careers of those around you. However, one word of caution is in order here for any newly-minted Managers: about half… Read more
Being a manager is difficult. One thing that makes it so hard is the variety of personalities on your team. You probably have a blend of Gen Y, Gen X, and Baby Boomers that create a challenge for making your workplace productive. You might take a one-size-fits-all approach to manage your team, but you‘ll probably get better results by treating everyone a little bit differently. A firm approach may motivate some workers, while mild encouragement inspires others. The more flexible you are in your managing style, the more effectively your workers will complete their assigned… Read more
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