Motivating hourly employees starts with a mindset shift. To do it well, it requires rethinking how we lead, communicate, and create purpose for hourly workers.
Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/r393-rethinking-hourly-worker-motivation/
Host Henry Lopez and his original co-host and business partner David Begin explore what it really takes to motivate, manage, and retain hourly or minimum-wage employees.
Drawing from years of experience leading both corporate teams and blue-collar workforces, Henry and David reveal why so many entrepreneurs struggle when managing hourly staff and how a simple but powerful mindset shift can change everything.
They share practical advice for:
Understanding what truly motivates hourly workers beyond money.
Creating a culture of respect, flexibility, and recognition.
Building better systems for onboarding, training, and communication.
Keeping your business both enjoyable to own and a great place to work.
If your business employs and depends on hiring and retaining hourly wage employees, this conversation will help you build a happier, more reliable team by understanding what motivates them..
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