If you're able to arrange a trial period with a new hire, do it. It will give both of you a chance to make sure the position is a good fit - and can help you avoid being in the awkward situation of wanting to fire someone three or four weeks in.
My first company failed completely. And it failed at about ten months old. I had about 12 months of savings, so when it failed I was thinking: 'Do I … - Kathryn Minshew
My first company failed completely. And it failed at about ten months old. I had about 12 months of savings, so when it failed I was thinking: 'Do I …
- Kathryn Minshew
Have a go-to pump up song. Mine is Shakira's 'Waka Waka' from the 2010 World Cup (don't judge). Play it only when you're ready to turn into your most… - Kathryn Minshew
Have a go-to pump up song. Mine is Shakira's 'Waka Waka' from the 2010 World Cup (don't judge). Play it only when you're ready to turn into your most…
The best cover letters I've read are from people who have a passion for my company, and can make that passion come to life on a page. The letters tha… - Kathryn Minshew
The best cover letters I've read are from people who have a passion for my company, and can make that passion come to life on a page. The letters tha…
You know, as most entrepreneurs do, that a company is only as good as its people. The hard part is actually building the team that will embody your c… - Kathryn Minshew
You know, as most entrepreneurs do, that a company is only as good as its people. The hard part is actually building the team that will embody your c…
Done right, a performance review is one of the best opportunities to encourage and support high performers and constructively improve your middle- an… - Kathryn Minshew
Done right, a performance review is one of the best opportunities to encourage and support high performers and constructively improve your middle- an…
Starting a business isn't for everyone, and it's not what you should do if you aren't sure what else to do. It requires thick skin and the willingnes… - Kathryn Minshew
Starting a business isn't for everyone, and it's not what you should do if you aren't sure what else to do. It requires thick skin and the willingnes…
Thinking big is only one part of being a successful entrepreneur. - Kathryn Minshew
Thinking big is only one part of being a successful entrepreneur.
For almost the first year of The Muse's life, I would do 5 to 8 networking events a week. And I don't necessarily think that's the right path for eve… - Kathryn Minshew
For almost the first year of The Muse's life, I would do 5 to 8 networking events a week. And I don't necessarily think that's the right path for eve…
Understanding your employee's perspective can go a long way towards increasing productivity and happiness. - Kathryn Minshew
Understanding your employee's perspective can go a long way towards increasing productivity and happiness.
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