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Avoid losing foodservice staff with transparent interviews

By Alaina Lancaster on Apr. 27, 2017

Employees don’t like surprises, so some operators are developing transparent interview processes to help curb turnover.

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5 ways to improve your onboarding process

By Alaina Lancaster on Apr. 19, 2017

Some operators have rewritten staff integration strategies to make a positive first impression in a job-seekers market.

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The art of winning and retaining staffers' trust

By Alaina Lancaster on Apr. 14, 2017

A recent study reports that employees at high-trust companies experience 74% less stress, 106% more energy, 50% higher productivity and 13% fewer sick days.

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3 qualities—and red flags—to look for in an administrative assistant

By Lisa Arnett on Apr. 14, 2017

When it comes to staffing, no one person can make or break your day more than the administrative assistant. Here are qualities to look for—and avoid—when hiring.

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Reduce performance review anxiety

By Alaina Lancaster on Apr. 14, 2017

For all the most obvious reasons, managers and staff don’t always agree. But both sides can get behind retiring annual performance reviews, according to a suvey.

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4 secrets to nailing speaking engagements

By Alaina Lancaster on Apr. 14, 2017

Speaking in front of a group of people is enough to make some FSDs freeze up. Instead of letting nerves stand in the way, soak up these tips from seasoned speakers.

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5 tips for retaining staff during a transition

By Alaina Lancaster on Apr. 13, 2017

Shaking up the status quo can incite a stampede for the nearest exit. Here’s how operators keep staff on board during times of change.

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5 ways to cut kitchen stress

By Alaina Lancaster on Apr. 06, 2017

Operators say a calmer kitchen can lead to higher productivity and happier employees. Here are their tips for reducing heat in the back of house.

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3 unconventional places to find talent

By Alaina Lancaster on Mar. 31, 2017

These days, the labor pool can look more like a page from “Where’s Waldo?” than a viable place to find workers. Instead of searching around in vain, consider these nontraditional sources for quality candidates. 

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4 ways to invest in employees’ mental wellness

By Alaina Lancaster on Mar. 16, 2017

How operators are expanding wellness programs without breaking the bank.

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