WG volunteered in the EM field for six years, learned how little businesses prepare for large scale business interruptions Three steps; preparedness, response and recovery Define type of disaster. Of course, currently it’s H1N1 or Earthquakes Fires or Explosions Hazardous substance releases Extended power/utility outages Floods, now tornadoes? Mass casualty events Appoint an Emergency Coordinator […]
Where are all the good candidates?
Scared, Non-Mobile or Strapped With the Wrong Skills… Everybody assumes that every job you post will result in an onslaught of candidates during a down economy. Additionally, you should be able to do talent upgrades in a bad economy, right?. After all, you have people being laid-off in droves, why wouldn’t recruiting be easier? That’s the […]
What you can do to grow your business during a downturn.
Treat your “A” players like they’re “A” players. Make sure they’re aware you value and appreciate their efforts. Ask them for feedback on how their perceptions of your company’s business and general marketplace. Take their input seriously. Keep them happy and disinterested in looking at alternative employment Consider upgrading your staff Can you make it […]
