Whether your goal for 2005 is to find more time for family or personal enrichment –like attending classes and conferences — you’ll want to consider bringing on some help.

The following tips can help you get started whether you want to bring on a team of 10 or an occasional backup!

1. Don’t expect to hire a replica of you!
2. Know exactly what you expect from your new hire.
3. Determine what type of manager you are! It’s imperative that you’re honest about your work style.
4. Set aside time.
5. Ask your insurance carrier about your responsibility for insuring your team members.
6. Determine your time-off policy.
7. Create a disciplinary and review process.
8. Find a reputable company for conducting background checks.
9. Create a Fact Sheet for Applicants that you can provide along with an application to interested candidates.
10. Create your training program.

By following these tips, you are well on your way to a happy and productive working relationship with all your new help!

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