When you’re faced with a challenge, it can go one of two ways. You can focus on the issue, talk about it endlessly and ultimately, let it deflate you. On the flip side, you can listen, look at potential solutions, figure out how to avoid a repeat and get positive! Yes, we’re human. For some …
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2017 has started off with more growth on the horizon for our team. Choosing our next team member is tricky because my businesses are only as strong as my team. Our team works exceptionally well together because we understand the strengths and weaknesses of each team member. One of the benefits of having a strong …
With 2016 close to wrapping up and 2017 on the horizon, I am taking inventory of who we’ll need to keep up with the incredible growth. Finding the best people to work within our vision has always been a big challenge. It doesn’t help that I already work with a dream team, which makes it …
If you know me then you know I love our team. Our team totally rocks! It truly does. But this didn’t happen by accident. We’ve worked hard to make our team fit so well together and after years of many of us working together we can tell pretty quickly if somebody won’t be a good …
At Plan A our culture is built on many attributes, and one of those attributes is accountability. Each and every staff member understands how their role contributes to the entire vision and meshes with all other roles. Being accountable for actions is high on our expectation list. When a team understands why they do what …
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5 Ways to Build a Positive Work Environment There are so many reasons to contribute to a positive work environment. A positive work environment can increase productivity, boost morale, enhance employee engagement and lead to an overall happy workplace. We spend much of our time at work, so why not make it a positive, happy …
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When I started my business I wanted to be the best boss ever! A lofty goal for a first-timer! I had some ideas of what makes a great boss and I knew my employees were never going to tell me if I wasn’t one, so being conscientious of my leadership skills has always been a …
I have been fortunate enough to work within team environments throughout my career. I have learned the value behind teamwork, the strength in a team, and the benefits of collaboration. Teamwork plays an essential role in workplace success. If the team is running well, the workplace runs well. A top notch team can bring …
Have you ever said something that you immediately regretted but your big old ego won’t let you apologize? Of course you have. We all have. We’re human. More and more I'm learning to understand the value of saying “I’m sorry”. What I’ve learned pretty quickly in my organization is that the relationships I have with the …
I have the pleasure of working with an amazing team in and out of our office. We are 8 ladies strong in office and 200 Nurses and Personal Support Workers who share a common goal and vision of healthcare for our elderly. In case you haven’t heard, we refer to our team as The …
