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In this week’s episode we’re focusing one of the most important things to remember about leadership.  Part of your job is to motivate and grow your people - and you aren’t doing that if you are busy looking for who to blame and throw under the bus. Invitation Use the link below to learn more and become an Idomeneo insider. You’ll get info to help you unleash your team’s engagement, protect your pe...

In this episode’s Question of the Day, we focus on year end training – specifically anti-harassment training. With this excerpt from our newly revamped Respectful Workplace course, we’ll dive into the role of the bystander. Bystanders can be impactful in interrupting inappropriate behavior.  But what can they do, and how.  In this session we’ll outline techniques that can support the target, and h...

In this episode’s Question of the Day, we focus on How To Prepare for Year End. Can you believe it – the 4th quarter is here.  And there’s quite a list of things you should start thinking about to successfully close out the year. In this episode, I’ll walk you through, step by step.  Get ready – the New Year is right around the corner!. Invitation Use the link below to learn more and become an Ido...

In this episode I take you on a behind the scenes look at what happened after we lost 25% of our team – in one month. You see – we aren’t immune to the Great Resignation – in fact, there’s nothing quite great about it – right?! But it can present you with a great opportunity – if you take it. Invitation Use the link below to learn more and become an Idomeneo insider. You’ll get info to help you un...

In this episode’s Question of the Day, we focus on my Favorite Business Books Being an entrepreneur can be heady and exciting.  After all, you get to see your dream vision actually come into existence.  But the reality takes hard work, and it can also be frightening, confusing and lonely. It helps to read about how other successful entrepreneurs accomplished their dreams – and to get tips, tricks...

In this episode’s Question of the Day, we focus on What Goes in a Personnel File. If you have employees, a personnel file is an important thing to have.  It holds the employment records and other important information. So, that all sounds pretty simple – right?  Just get a folder, dump in everything that has anything to do with the employee and call it a day.   Well, not quite, In this week's...

In this classic episode we’re revisiting How to Manage Remote Workers. How can you manage remote workers?  You’re going to have to change from what I call 'visual management' to ‘measurement management’.  That means stop relying on seeing someone spending time in the chair, being busy, talking on the phone, filing, working on their computer. Invitation Use the link below to learn more an...

In this episode’s Question of the Day, we focus on how, and if, you can require your employees to get vaccinated. Company leaders are all scratching their heads and trying to figure out if and how they can make sure that their environment is protecting their employees.  Can you require vaccinations, and if you do, how do you implement something like that – and what about religious or health relate...

In this episode’s Question of the Day, we focus on How to Prevent the Great Resignation part 3, and specifically – Well Being. Don’t make the mistake of thinking Wellbeing is just an add on, to only think about when someone brings it up.  This is the YOLO generation, and they are looking for fulfilment and joy – and they want it now. Invitation Use the link below to learn more and become an Idomen...

In this episode’s Question of the Day, we focus on The Great Resignation, part 2. Last week we talked about the 3 pillars to focus on as you become an employer of choice, and hopefully avoid the Great Resignation. In this week’s part 2, we tackle the second pillar – employee development. And I don’t just mean promotion.  These days, people want to grow.  I recently heard a great phrase – the YOLO...

In this episode’s Question of the Day, we focus on part 1 of How to Prevent the Great Resignation By now, I’m sure you’ve heard stories.  The marketing company that just lost 3 of their people, so they can’t take on new business because they don’t have the capacity.  The bakery that has to reduce their hours of operation because 2 of their employees decided to move out of the state..  The hiring m...

In this episode’s Question of the Day, we focus on COBRA, what it is and what it means for you. The long legal name is actually the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act, and it basically gives an employee and their family the option to stay on your company’s health insurance plans after termination, for a limited period of time. This episode gives you an overview of both Federal and stat...

In this episode’s Question of the Day, we focus on what to do when you find out your employee is looking for another job. We’ve seen this scenario before – in fact, if you’re running and growing a business, it’s inevitable that one day you’ll face this situation.  And it’s also likely that your reaction will be: shock – you can’t believe Winston would blindside you like this, after all the support...

In this episode’s Question of the Day, we focus on is What Is An Inventions Agreement - And Do I Need One? What is special or secret to how you do what you do – well, most likely that is your intellectual property.  Now think about what you have in place to protect it.  It’s designed to make sure that work or concepts that are in the sphere of the business, created during business hours and with b...

In this episode’s Question of the Day, we focus on what to do when you Think Your Employee Has a Drug Problem . The federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration estimated that more than 68% of people with a drug or alcohol abuse problem are employed full or part time.  That means, the likelihood you will, at some point, have to deal with an employee who’s facing a drug or alco...

In this episode’s Question of the Day, we focus on How To De-Escalate Conflict with Colleagues and Employees. Invitation Use the link below to learn more and become an Idomeneo insider. You’ll get info to help you unleash your team’s engagement, protect your people investment, and grow your leadership muscle.  I can’t wait to continue the conversation. https://idomeneoinc.com/welcome/

In this episode’s Question of the Day, we focus on How to Handle Employee Expenses. We get a surprising number of questions about expenses.  And while the world of expense reimbursement doesn’t sit squarely in on the HR block, it is the neighborhood.  So, here’s a quick primer on getting a successful expense reimbursement program up and running. Invitation Use the link below to learn more and beco...

In this episode’s Question of the Day, we focus on What to do When Your Employee Refuses To Return Company Equipment. We’ve all been in this situation.  An employee who’s leaving, either by their own choice or yours, has a company laptop, or cell phone, or hasn’t paid back a company loan or advance.  How can you get the equipment or money back? This episode will walk you through your available opt...

In this episode’s Question of the Day, we focus on Should I Give Employee References Sure, you want to help Sally move forward in her career – but the reality is, you also have to keep an eye on protecting the company.  Any reference from someone at a manager level or above, is representing the company.  So, there’s more to think of than initially meets the eye. This episode guides you through whe...

In this episode’s Question of the Day, we focus on Independent Contractor vs. Intern vs. Employee. When your business is new, you usually start out doing everything yourself.  But sooner or later you realize that in order to grow, you’re going to have to get some help.  But what kind of help should you get – an independent contractor, or intern, or maybe an actual employee.   Links IRS Guidelines...

In this episode’s Question of the Day, we focus on. how you might be accidentally making your employees lazy. If you find yourself constantly providing answers to routine problems - you aren't doing your team (or yourself) any favors. Being the Google search bar may feel good to your ego - but it's a time suck, and doesn't grow your team. In this episode, we help you get out of the...

In this episode’s Question of the Day, we focus on How to Lead by Example in a Small Business. Are you wondering how to lead by example - you hear the phrase all the time, but what does it mean, and how can you actually do it in a small business.  Today's episode will break it down for you. Invitation Use the link below to learn more and become an Idomeneo insider. You’ll get info to help you...

In this episode’s Question of the Day, we focus on how much should you pay your employees. Setting salaries for the positions in your company can seem to be a really tricky prospect.  But you can make it a lot easier, and more accurate, if you follow these 5 steps. Invitation Use the link below to learn more and become an Idomeneo insider. You’ll get info to help you unleash your team’s engagement...

In this episode’s Question of the Day, we focus on the top 7 payroll mistakes small businesses make. Properly paying your California employees can set your teeth on edge.  Are you doing it right, are you missing something, who gets what, when? In this episode we are going to focus on the top 7 payroll mistakes that small businesses make – so you can be on the lookout, and avoid them. Invitation Us...

In this episode’s Question of the Day, we focus on How To Reward Employees Without Increasing Salaries. Kevin’s doing great, and you absolutely don’t want to lose him.  In a perfect world, your business would be flush with cash, and you’d be able to give generous raises to each of your employees every year, or even more often, if the situation warranted.  But the world isn’t perfect.  And while, f...