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Finding the Truth in Situations
Business
Do you have employees on your staff that constantly repeat the same problem over and over?
It doesn't matter what it is.
Constant tardinessDisregard the rulesTreat others badlyApathyBad AttitudeFill in the blank with what irks you every…

When Stubbornness Drives the Car
Apparel Decorators Only
Hear me out. Let's pretend that your shop's attitude is a person. And in this particular scenario, that attitude is one of STUBBORNNESS. (All caps on purpose)
Why stubbornness?
I don't know. I could have used bullheadedness or inflexibility,…

Performance is Infectious
Business Management
If there is one thing I've learned in this industry over the past few decades it is that performance is infectious.
If you have outstanding high-performing staff, others will start to push upward to be like them.
But if you have slackers,…

Shop Improvement Series: Problem Solving
Apparel Decorators Only
Quick. Name a problem that your business faces today.
I know you have one. Every business does. But what are you doing about them?
For many decorated apparel industry businesses most aren't working on them as they are constantly head…

9 Things to Change: Start the Year Off the Right Way
Apparel Decorators Only
It's a brand new year! Woohoo!
If you are like me, it's an opportunity to see the future as a new slate. A new chance. Energy level surge, 123%.
Until about the second week of February kicks in. Then, will you go back to old habits and…

Help Wanted – Finding the Right People for Your Shop
Apparel Decorators OnlyOne burning question that I keep reading continuously in industry forums is “I need to hire some staff, where do I find these people?” Shops often start off small, one person operations. The business owner has the driving passion for…