Management Tips
Implement a Results Only Work Environment
Posted on 20. Jan, 2010 by Jeremy Reis.
A results only work environment, or ROWE, focuses on the productivity of employees and only rewards “getting the job accomplished.” The phrase was coined by Best Buy which implemented ROWE at its corporate headquarters and saw an immediate jump in productivity and job satisfaction in departments which adopted ROWE as a work strategy. Implement ROWE [...]
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Start a “Sharing of the Mind” Lunch
Posted on 13. Dec, 2009 by Jeremy Reis.
I had the fortunate experience of being part of a new group within a large firm to tackle the Web. This organization had an elementary web presence and the team was formed to take it to a new level. Part of the problem in this company was the lack of understanding about the web – [...]
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Offer a Premium Version
Posted on 11. Dec, 2009 by Jeremy Reis.
There are several different ways you can differentiate as a business: differentiation on price, quality, or other factors. Sometimes, your clients are looking for a premium product, a high quality version of the product or service. Competing on price is not the correct business decision – offer a premium version at a premium price if [...]
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There Are Only a Handful of Success Factors
Posted on 11. Dec, 2009 by Jeremy Reis.
In any industry, there are often only a handful of success factors. Successful business people specialize in finding those success factors, narrowing on them with laser-like focus, and perfecting them. What are the success factors in your business? Do you do a good job in those areas? What can you do better?
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Don’t Be a Demotivator
Posted on 11. Dec, 2009 by Jeremy Reis.
Every day you have an opportunity to motivate or demotivate people around you. Even if you aren’t in management, the words and actions you choose each day will affect your coworkers and the people you associate with. Make sure your actions motivate the people around you: don’t be a demotivator.
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Hard Work
Posted on 11. Dec, 2009 by Jeremy Reis.
Remember: it’s not about hard work; it’s about how much you get done. There are a lot of people who are great at “activity,” but you need to reward and focus on productivity. ‘Activity’ doesn’t build a multimillion dollar business, close the sale on the next big contract, or create a killer website. Focus your [...]
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Behind on the Internet? What Do I Do First?
Posted on 11. Dec, 2009 by Jeremy Reis.
I frequently encounter firms who have been ignoring the Internet, or at the very least, not taking advantage of anything beyond their brochure looking website. It’s amazing to me that multi-million dollar firms have very little in terms of strategy or a business plan for the web. So if you’re caught in this stage: very [...]
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A Reminder of Why You’re in Business
Posted on 11. Dec, 2009 by Jeremy Reis.
Every time your business or team receives a compliment, place a marble in a glass bowl. This is a visible reminder of why you’re business, why you’re working so hard, and provides a visual reminder to your employees about why your business is important. As you bring customers or others into your work area, show [...]
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Create an Award Program at Your Company
Posted on 09. Dec, 2009 by Jeremy Reis.
There are many employees who do an excellent job each day who receive little recognition from their managers or supervisors. Create a company award program to recognize these individuals and provide a way for employees to recognize their coworkers. The reward program does not have to be fancy, it can be an easy way for [...]
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Watch Kitchen Nightmares for Turnaround Advice
Posted on 08. Dec, 2009 by Jeremy Reis.
Gordon Ramsay is a foul-mouthed chef. But, he’s also a small business expert as shown on his original BBC series, Kitchen Nightmares. The show features Ramsay working with a failing restaurant to turn things around. Most episodes feature this storyline: The restaurant is failing because of a combination of over ambitious menus, lack of a [...]