Employee retention

Strengthening Your Team: Key Steps for a Successful Start to 2025

I have a question: What is the engine that drives your business forward? Sales Marketing Employees If you picked C., then ding ding ding! Give yourself a prize. Recognizing the...

How to Increase Employee Dedication – With the FASO Model

As the leader of your small business, I’m sure that you’ve learned that your team is your most valuable asset. The success of your company depends on the dedication, innovation,...

FASO Breakdown – The Power of Saftey and Security in the Workplace: How it Boosts Mental Health and Wellness – and Revenue too

There’s a growing recognition of the critical connection between workplace security and employee mental health. I’ve personally witnessed the transformative impact of creating a secure and empowering environment for employees...

Burn Your Org Chart – How Role Alignment Drives Small Business Revenue, and 5 Steps to Get There

 Whether you have an established business or are just starting out, you know that structure and organization of your business are crucial. Traditionally, organizational charts have been the go-to...

Work-Life Balance and the Freedom of Time – Tip I: Time Tracking

   “Workaholic.” I used to employ that phrase with such pride. As if it proved how dedicated I was to my business above all else.  I’m still waiting for...

Three Reasons to Establish Core Values in Your Business

Before sales. Before profit. Heck, before you put on your pants. There's one thing that your entire business revolves around, and you may not even think about it. Your values....

Company Culture – Practices for the Better Internal Communication and Leadership in Small Business

Even if you have a small business, it’s still important to be aware of your company culture. My team has grown over the last few years and as we get...

Meet Team Michalowicz

Once upon a time it was just me in my basement. It was a little dark, kinda lonely, and the hustle was really real.  Slowly over the years I have...

It’s Your Job to Create Jobs

 Repeat after me - the job of an entrepreneur is not to do the job, it’s to be the creator of jobs. Do you know only 14% of people...

One Way to Get Through the Recession – Forge Your Own Path

 Ask yourself this question, and answer it honestly: Do you have tunnel vision? Small business owners are focused on the end game. Makes sense. And you likely have a...

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