Tips on hiring the good, firing the not-so-good, and becoming a better manager

The success or failure of any department depends on the people who work for you and with you. Following is a list of valuable ideas on how to best navigate the tricky, important business of hiring the right person for the job. These tips will assist you in determining real staff needs and motivating employees to produce more and better. They will also help you deal with the unpleasant, although sometimes necessary, task of firing someone, as well as help you handle the inevitable loss of good people.