The Sling Blog

Thinking about becoming a manager? Or maybe you’re creating a managerial position in your business. Both demand that you know what t...

Here’s a frightening fact: many businesses calculate their payroll and payroll taxes incorrectly.  What’s worse, miscalculations o...

Managing volunteers is a time-consuming task. There are so many variables to contend with that it almost feels beyond the abilities of ...

If you want to excel at your job as a manager, it’s vital to cultivate project management skills. While some of these skills are simi...

Curious about how to improve the way you manage your business? The answer is simple: Read! Reading books by leaders, entrepreneurs, and...

What do you get when you cross a tireless entrepreneurial spirit with a love for all things coffee? A coffee shop owner, of course! If....

Disgruntled employees are like bad apples: they can spoil everything around them. If you see your team’s productivity decrease o...

Unfortunately, firing employees is a necessary part of business these days. Whether you manage a small restaurant, a franchised coffee ...

Employee recognition is vital to the success of your business. If you don’t compliment your team when they exceed your expectations, ...

We all need a little extra motivation sometimes. This is especially true when you’re in a management position. You have dozens of re...

Every manager is looking for ways to be more productive. Whether you manage your team face-to-face every day or from home, productivity...

As a manager, it’s your responsibility to get the most out of your team. You put a lot of time and effort into hiring the right....