Human resources

Hire a Person with a Sense of UrgencyHire a Person with a Sense of Urgency

Hire a Person with a Sense of Urgency

We have a friend in Chicago who uses a self-styled word to define the quick moves a person uses to… Read More

13 years ago
The 9 Essential Elements of MentoringThe 9 Essential Elements of Mentoring

The 9 Essential Elements of Mentoring

We’ve all had mentors who, one way or another, have encouraged us to live up to our potentials. Perhaps they… Read More

13 years ago
Landing the Perfect Job Applicant Requires Seasoned Piloting SkillsLanding the Perfect Job Applicant Requires Seasoned Piloting Skills

Landing the Perfect Job Applicant Requires Seasoned Piloting Skills

When we owned Barefoot Cellars and were recognized for our success, we had our excellent staff to thank. So, it… Read More

13 years ago
Put Your People on the Same TeamPut Your People on the Same Team

Put Your People on the Same Team

No matter what kind of business you think you’re in, you quickly find out you are in the personnel management… Read More

13 years ago
Find Good People – Make Great PeopleFind Good People – Make Great People

Find Good People – Make Great People

People always ask us what we look for in a job applicant because we had such a great staff. Sure,… Read More

13 years ago
A Solid Business Foundation is Necessary for SuccessA Solid Business Foundation is Necessary for Success

A Solid Business Foundation is Necessary for Success

When you build a house, the foundation must be laid strong and straight. If it’s not, the framers try to… Read More

13 years ago
Dress for Success (Especially in the Office)Dress for Success (Especially in the Office)

Dress for Success (Especially in the Office)

Many companies these days seem to think that they are giving their office staff some kind of a benefit by… Read More

13 years ago
Positive Company Culture is critical to Growth and Survival – Part 3Positive Company Culture is critical to Growth and Survival – Part 3

Positive Company Culture is critical to Growth and Survival – Part 3

This is the third part in the series about the original Barefoot culture. Culture really sets the tone, boundaries, and expectations the… Read More

13 years ago
Positive Company Culture is critical to Growth and Survival – Part 2Positive Company Culture is critical to Growth and Survival – Part 2

Positive Company Culture is critical to Growth and Survival – Part 2

A company survives and grows due to sales and the loyalty of customers and staff. Sales are based on price,… Read More

13 years ago
Beware of “Money Saving” Suggestions from Your Non-Sales StaffBeware of “Money Saving” Suggestions from Your Non-Sales Staff

Beware of “Money Saving” Suggestions from Your Non-Sales Staff

 Let’s start by realizing that there are really only two divisions in every company, Sales and Sales Support. Since Sales… Read More

13 years ago