Employee Development: Big Business Results on a Small Business Budget [Kindle Edition]

Ted Kirchharr (Author), Jim Guttmann (Author), Melissa Miller (Author), Melanie Rhodes (Author), Candace Rorrer (Author), Elizabeth Oakes (Author), Leslie Gordon (Author), Joni Humphreys (Author), Holly McLeod (Editor)

Book Description

Numerous studies have confirmed what most employers and managers already know; – an investment in the professional development of employees increases employee satisfaction and retention. What may not be as obvious is the important role low cost, self- implemented programs can play in the development of your employees. Our company has been nationally recognized five times as one of the best small businesses to work for. Let us share with you some of the lessons we've learned.
Look for this book also written by Ted A. Kirchharr, "The Busy Business Owner's Guide to Health Care Reform: What You Need to Know" .

Product Details

• File Size: 76 KB
• Print Length: 40 pages
• Simultaneous Device Usage: Unlimited
• Publisher: Landrum Human Resources; 1 edition (May 20, 2011)
• Sold by: Amazon Digital Services, Inc.
• Language: English
• ASIN: B0052N9WSQ
• Text-to-Speech: Enabled
• X-Ray: Not Enabled
• Lending: Enabled
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,522 Free in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Free in Kindle Store)
  • #4 in Kindle Store > Kindle eBooks > Business & Investing > Industries & Professions > Human Resources & Personnel Management

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Advice, Great Price! February 16, 2012

By Aimee Elizabeth

Format:Kindle Edition

You can't beat the advice or the price! I appreciate how this book teaches how to get big results on a small budget. When employees are properly developed, it makes all the difference in your results. Highly recommended!
- Aimee Elizabeth, Author of Poverty Sucks! How to Become a Self-Made Millionaire.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Quick & concise December 30, 2012

By Chris Schmid

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Very quick and direct explanation of how to implement a number of low/no cost employee-centric programs. I will be able to take many into practice immediately.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Book for a Small Business October 18, 2012

By Jinni1

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This is an excellent book for the small business owner to help them improve performance; have happier, better trained employees on a smaller budget. Great advice that will help you grow your business and have employees who enjoy their jobs.

3.0 out of 5 stars it was fine June 18, 2013

By ARK

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There wasn't a ton of innovative content, but it wasn't terrible considering it was minimally priced. I don't think I'd recommend it as a must-read.

4.0 out of 5 stars The way forward June 13, 2013

By Natasha Francis-Campbell

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Wow, this book found its way to me in the most opportune moment. My business will never be the same. If you are in leadership position, read this book.

5.0 out of 5 stars Straight to the point June 12, 2013

By Dawana Holmes

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I have a personal interest in employee development. This book gave me a quick snapshot of everything I knew and things I can do to help make my future employees grow and prosper into something amazing. Thank you!!!

4.0 out of 5 stars Low cost way to make world class working class May 18, 2013

By Alok Pal

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Nice for building positive work environment with empowerment and Inspirational way. All the contributors placed their views nicely for low cost improvement in any progressive company..

3.0 out of 5 stars short brilliant ideas May 12, 2013

By Luis Edgar Hernandez

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it is a compilation of great ideas, you will need to develop those, but it is a great start for you

More About the Author

Ted A. Kirchharr, 59, resides in Florida. As Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Landrum Professional Employer Services & Landrum Consulting, Ted is responsible for Landrum's strategic planning, benefits administration, risk management, human resources and marketing. He has helped hundreds of organizations pursue strategic planning, institute quality management, hone organizational development, instill leadership training and improve employee engagement.
Ted has held many volunteer leadership roles both community and statewide. He will serve as the District Governor for Rotary District 6940 during the 2013-14 Rotary year.
He has authored or co-authored a number of professional publications and edited and contributed to the eBook Employee Development: Big Company Results on a Small Business Budget; currently listed as a Human Resources and Personnel Management Kindle best seller. His latest book, The Busy Business Owner's Guide to Health Care Reform: What You Need to Know, was released in December 2012 on Amazon.com.