Think leading a remote team is just a game of juggling Zoom calls and Slack messages in an effort to herd your team in a march towards deadlines? Think again.  It’s actually a trust-building marathon, and many leaders are dropping the baton by not establishing trust early or consistently enough with their team, leading to […]

As business owners, people managers, and CEOs, we often overlook the significant impact company culture has on our leadership experience. It’s important to realize that culture is not just about creating a fun workplace (though we’re all about making work fun if that’s your vibe!); it’s crucial in fostering productivity and ensuring the collective success […]

Happy New Year! Let’s start 2024 fresh by getting back to basics.  Like, realllly basic. In this episode, I’m talking about what we actually mean when we say “HR compliance” and exploring its significance for all businesses regardless of location, size, or industry. HR compliance isn’t JUST about adhering to laws and regulations related to […]

Let’s chat about those nail-biting, sweat-inducing ‘tough conversations’ with employees. You know, the ones — where your heart races faster than a caffeinated Yorkie?  Tackling these chats head-on is not just brave; it’s essential for a thriving workplace and a productive company culture. Avoiding them is like ignoring a squeaky wheel — eventually, the whole […]

As we bid a not-so-sad farewell to another year, now is the perfect time to get your Year End Wrap-Up Team Meeting on your calendar in the next few weeks. If you’re sitting here thinking, “A what now?!” that’s okay! That’s why we’re here, right? Let’s talk about this unique meeting and what makes it […]

As a therapist or a mental health professional, building your team can be a game-changer, for you and for the clients you serve. Dr. Taylor Day joined us on the podcast recently to share her experience hiring a team, and her approach embodies so much of what we do here at The Paradigm.  Hiring for […]

Paid Time Off (PTO) doesn’t just give your team a break, it’s the cornerstone of your company culture. Thoughtful policies show you value your team’s need for rest and personal time, which fuels their productivity and loyalty to your mission. And creating a clear system for everyone to use their time off appropriately is the […]

Finding the perfect fit for your team may not happen overnight, but trust me, it’s well worth the wait. Expanding your online business team is a monumental step, but let’s be real – the hiring process can sometimes feel like a comedy of errors. You know what I’m talking about: the endless interviews, trial periods […]

Successfully running a small business hinges on many things: a solid product or service, effective marketing, and, of course, wrestling with the financial beast. Wait, don’t ghost us just yet! If that last one sent you running for the hills or retreating into a cave of financial shame, please stick around. We’re here to change […]

Determining fair compensation for your team is no small feat.  It can feel like juggling competing priorities of attracting the best talent, covering your business’s back, and ensuring you get an ROI.  It’s a balancing act my clients struggle with all the time, which is why I developed the Employee Cost Calculator, a tool that […]