In this issue of the Gecko Gazette, we highlight two great articles that we hope will assist you in your strategic staffing initiatives as well as managers' habits to avoid. Having a strategic staffing plan in place will allow you to be more strategic in your recruiting needs and ultimately position you to find the best possible talent.
We hope these articles are helpful in the management and recruiting aspects of your hospitality organization. If we may be of any assistance in your hiring needs, please let us know!
Best regards,
Robert Krzak
robert@geckohospitality.com
Want to Staff Smarter? Then Use Strategic Workforce Planning!
A popular approach to staffing in the hospitality industry is "just-in-time-staffing." In other words, the search for a qualified candidate doesn't start until a critical need has presented itself. While companies are usually able to fill the position, they may be forced to settle for a candidate who can do the job, instead of finding a candidate who will excel in the position and help achieve company goals.
An excellent way to combat this is through strategic workforce planning strategies. This planning strategy takes a long-term planning approach to your staffing needs, and allows you to anticipate your hiring needs before a critical need occurs and you are forced to settle for a candidate.
Habits Your Managers Have That Kill Employee Productivity
You rely upon your managers to run your business efficiently and effectively. Oftentimes, your business's productivity and profitability can be derailed as a result of habits your managers have. Your employees look up to, respect, and follow the directions of your managers, so when they have a bad habit that impacts their ability to manage, it impacts the productivity of the company. Here are several common manager habits to be on the lookout for.
