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\"\"<\/a>Because you are your business\u2019s timekeeper, it\u2019s important to know when you should speed up something, or even slow it down. Timing is a fragile thing, even when you\u2019re talking about the day-to-day operations of your company \u2013 or your life. Have you ever put effort into figuring out when Starbucks gets busy on Monday mornings so you can artfully avoid it? But as a business owner, there\u2019s a much larger picture you need to look at. When it comes to timing, here are examples of when you should take it slow and when you should pick up the pace.<\/p>\n

Take It Slow<\/strong><\/p>\n

Be slow to criticize. <\/strong>Don\u2019t say unkind words quickly, but always appreciate and compliment as soon as you can.
\nBe slow to hire. <\/strong>Hiring doesn\u2019t take weeks and weeks, but every interviewee should be seen by multiple people on your team. Hiring because you need someone desperately can sometimes result in bad decisions.
\nBe slow to judge. <\/strong>Not everyone is facing the same challenges as you, but it\u2019s likely they are still facing challenges. Be sympathetic and gather information before calling someone out.
\nBe slow when planning. <\/strong>Plan very, very carefully. Once you have everything laid out, then you can shift into a higher gear. But take the time to really plan all of the details.<\/p>\n

Speed It Up
\n<\/strong>
\nFiring nonperformers. <\/strong>Don\u2019t be afraid to kick someone out of the company that isn\u2019t improving, even with guidance and warnings.
\nOffering feedback. <\/strong>When you have very specific feedback, good or bad, offer it quickly.
\nPromoting from within. <\/strong>If someone is good at their job and you think they\u2019d be good at the one that\u2019s open and they want it, promote them without a second thought.
\nAdmitting mistakes. <\/strong>Don\u2019t be afraid to admit when you\u2019re wrong. There\u2019s no shame in being wrong, only a shame in not admitting it and fixing the problem.<\/p>\n

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