Acey Gaspard 
Writing up an employee is never easy, but clear policies make it fair. This guide walks managers through documenting violations, delivering the write-up privately, and following up, with a checklist and FAQ for handling it with confidence.
Employee write-up forms create a documented record of feedback for both employer and employee. This guide covers when to use one, what to include, and how to handle a signature refusal, plus a checklist and FAQ to help you build a form that holds up.
How To Fire An Employee Firing an employee is never easy. Many managers get nervous. Most dread the task. Some employees leave because of a policy violation. Others leave because of unacceptable behavior, cutbacks, or a role being eliminated. When every other option is gone, a manager, business owner, or HR manager may have to … Read more
Practical, low-cost and bigger-ticket ways to show your team real appreciation. Includes the latest research on recognition and retention, a tax note on gift cards, plus action steps, a checklist, and FAQs to help you get started.
Not all brain-training games are created equal, and results depend on how often you play. This article covers what to look for in a game, why consistency matters more than any single feature, and how to track whether your processing speed is actually improving over time.
Feeling overwhelmed by clutter and obligations? This guide walks you through a five-question worksheet, concrete action steps, and a checklist for simplifying your life on your own terms. It also answers common questions and points you toward more resources.
Not every business owner needs every skill. This guide breaks down which business skills matter most for your type of business, how to learn them efficiently, and where to go for in-depth resources on each one.
Not sure which roles your business actually needs? This guide breaks down common small business jobs and duties, what hiring and turnover really cost, and how to decide what to hire for, combine, or outsource.
Thinking about buying a franchise? Here’s what it really costs, how the pros and cons stack up, and the red flags that separate a legitimate opportunity from a bad one.
Running a business can crowd out everything else. This guide covers what research says about burnout and balance, one framework for setting priorities, and concrete steps — from delegating to setting firm hours — for finding your own balance.