7 Steps for Handling Conflicts in the Sign Shop

All businesses, big and small, have their fair share of conflicts. Tension in the workplace can result in reduced productivity, wasted energy and time, and unnecessary negative emotions. If tension is not addressed swiftly, full blown conflicts can erupt, leaving the office in shambles. Since most people dislike conflict, we have the tendency to avoid it or pretend that it doesn’t exist. Conflict, however, is quite real and to be diffused before it becomes problematic it must be diffused. Here are 7 steps to help you better handle conflicts in your small business:


10 Tips for Training Your Employees

One of the biggest investments you can make for your sigmaking business is that of training your employees. Studies have shown that the most productive and successful employees are those that have been thoroughly trained on the job. Since we rarely have the luxury of hiring someone with the exact skill set we are looking for, training often falls into our hands as the sign business owner. Here’s 10 tips for training your employees.


Be a Better Leader with these 6 Quick Tips

Even if you only have a few employees you can contribute greatly to the success of your sign business by being the best leader possible for them. When a business has a strong leader, everyone tends to fall in line and help run the company like a well oiled machine. There is direction, authority, clear […]


6 Tips for Training Employees

Having a skilled employee who can do the job right the first time is of excellent value. However, many times employees do not receive proper training from the get-go, leaving the door open for many problems. Consider these 6 tips on how to train an employee on a budget.