What’s more traditional than an All-American trucking stop? Truck stops have been serving drivers all around the United States for more than 60 years, but a truck stop has become so much more than just a place to stop and refuel. Truck stops now offer gourmet food, retail stores, live entertainment and so much more. […]
Starting a new job? If so, I have some great tips on how you can have a great first day. First of all, let me start out by saying congratulations. The seventeen rough drafts you made of your resume paid off. You nailed the interview and accepted the job. Is the hard part over? Honestly, […]
Knowledgeable and happy employees equal happy customers. Companies need to realize that an excellent customer experience is the MOST important. If your customer experience runs with ease, then your company can competitively differentiate themselves. Positive customer experiences occur at every level of the organization, whether you’re at the bottom or the top, but the customer […]
Do you ever drive by a construction site on an early, freezing morning and say, “They must be so cold!”? I know I do. Many construction workers look forward to Spring. No more frigid, cold temperatures when they have to be at the job site well before the sun comes up. Not only is it […]
When someone unexpectedly quits their job, it really shakes up the company. Remaining employees find themselves trying to pick up the extra work for the next few months until a replacement is found. People are talking around the office as to why he/she quit, effecting moral and making others question their reasons for sticking around. […]
As you prepare for this Spring’s planting season, keep these tips in mind. Transport Safely As you’re moving your equipment from one place to another on public roadways, keep in mind that you need to offer many warning signs to other drivers. These large pieces of equipment come with flashing lights and a variety of […]
Employees want to know how they’re doing as often as possible. They’re not only looking for positive feedback but constructive criticism as well. What can they improve on? What are they doing well? Are they standing out in the organization? Managers have a responsibility to provide meaningful feedback to their employees on a regular basis […]
Starting to notice some slumped over shoulders around the office? Are they having post-holiday blues? If so, it’s time to plan a team outing. Team outings are a great way for team members to get to know each other outside the office and reduce stress. Plus, they’re fun and a good mental break for your […]
Let’s be real, working 8 hour days are long gone. Most of us can’t even get what we need done in 24 hours. There’s just not enough hours in the day to get everything we need accomplished. If you find yourself taking work home with you some nights because the day did not go as […]
As our sales series comes to a close, we hope you took away some great advice! Now that you know how to prioritize sales leads by importance, the common sales mistakes and taking “No” for an answer, you’re ready to close the sale! Closing a sale is a make-or-break moment that can be thrilling and […]