January 2021 – Group Wentworth

Diversity and Inclusion as Competitive Advantage, in 5 Steps

georgerichardwentworth January 11, 2021January 12, 2021Competitive Advantage, Human Resourcescompetitive advantage, diversity, hr, human resources, inclusion, team

By George Wentworth In an article first published in 2004, Harvard Professor David Thomas argued that the real competitive advantage of a diverse workforce is the capacity of its members to learn from each other so that they can develop an expanded range of competencies that can be applied to all aspects of their work. If this is true, then it would stand to reason that striving for both diversity and inclusion would increase a company’s competitive advantage and impact … Continue reading “Diversity and Inclusion as Competitive Advantage, in 5 Steps”

How to Optimize Internal Company Communications

georgerichardwentworth January 8, 2021July 13, 2021Business Operations, Human Resourcesbusiness operations, finance, hr, human resources

By George Wentworth One of the biggest challenges for companies is the lack of direct and proper communications between departments, such as HR and finance. This hinders the ability of a business to function optimally. In order to optimize your company’s inter-department communications, you must have your operations team speak multiple languages and work as a universal translator of sorts, in order to increase efficiency between multiple team collaboration and ensure higher compliance across the company. First we should understand … Continue reading “How to Optimize Internal Company Communications”

10 Best Business Operations Practices for Startups

georgerichardwentworth January 6, 2021January 12, 2021Business Operations, Start-Upsbest practices, business operations, competitive advantage, growth, start-up, strategy

By George Wentworth Starting a business and hiring your first few employees can seem daunting. Without having a solid foundation, your efforts at managing finances, human resources, marketing, office locations, clients and stakeholders, can quickly become overwhelming. This may compromise a business’ chances of success. However, following these proven strategies that ensure smooth operations’ practices will position your company for success. 1. Define Who You Are Have a clear, well-construed message to your growing team, your current and potential clients … Continue reading “10 Best Business Operations Practices for Startups”

How to Drive Positive Change and Inspire Your Team

georgerichardwentworth January 4, 2021January 12, 2021Human Resourcescommunications, growth, hr, human resoiurces, inspire

By George Wentworth What do you do when you have a well qualified employee whose work quality doesn’t measure up? Their below grade output is not the symptom, but rather the result of an uninspired and often unfulfilled employee. Dissatisfied employees are generally under-performers that often fail at their jobs. Here are the mitigating steps you can take to motivate and inspire your teammates. The need to increase skillfulness. When someone fails at a given job, it’s not always due … Continue reading “How to Drive Positive Change and Inspire Your Team”

Know Your Value: Salary Negotiation

georgerichardwentworth January 1, 2021January 12, 2021Human Resourceshiring, hr, job, negotiation, salary, value

By George Wentworth Negotiating your salary is something that makes most of us uncomfortable. However, it is something worth overcoming, as it will affect your rate of pay at that job as well as for your future prospects. This is true for any job market, and whether you are negotiating a rate for a new position or for the one you already have. Continue reading to learn how to negotiate your salary. Whether you are contemplating a new job offer … Continue reading “Know Your Value: Salary Negotiation”