Summer Staffing & Scheduling

In many industries hiring top talent can present an obstacle year-round, but during the summer months it can be increasingly challenging. The current worker shortage will become even worse due to increased travel and vacation activities during the summer months. If you are looking to staff your seasonal summertime business with the least amount of stress, planning ahead is the key here. Aurio offers tips on how to attract and retain workers so that you can avoid a staffing shortage this season.

Summertime is in full swing and with it comes another busy season for companies in a variety of industries. Aurio has some tips that can help you avoid a summer staffing shortage this season.

1. Reward Your Team for Accomplishing Goals and Tasks: Retaining your current workforce is the first step needed to avoid a staffing catastrophe. Take the time to ensure your employees are happy at work, motivated to work, and feel appreciated for working. Small gestures can have a large impact on employee morale.

2. Consider Reaching Out to Workers from Last Season: The average time it takes to find, interview, and hire a new employee according to LinkedIn is 4 to 6 weeks. You can solve this issue by reaching out to candidates who know your business already, last year’s seasonal workers. They are already familiar with how to complete the job and won’t require an onboarding process or additional training.

3. Explore Cross-Training Opportunities: During the busy summer season, reflecting on your current employees’ skillset and abilities may present a beneficial outcome. For example, an employee with an outgoing personality who is currently working in the back of the house may have what it takes to succeed in a frontline position.

4. Offer Flexible Schedule Options: Accommodating your scheduling around your team members can help support your staffing needs through the summer. Options like flextime, self-scheduling, shift work, and staggered hours can create a strong staffing plan that fills gaps in your workforce this summer season and in the future.

Business Quote

“Do what you do so well that people can’t resist telling others about you.” - Walt Disney  

This quote emphasizes the importance of hard work, dedication, and finding joy in your work, and can be applied even during the summer months when other activities might be tempting.

Business News

1. 5 Small Business Management Tips for the Busy Summer Season - America's SBDC

2. (4) Turn Summer's Biggest Challenge into Your Competitive Edge | LinkedIn

3. 20 Ways Business Leaders Can Make the Most of a Slow Summer Season

Business Lesson

Summer can be somewhat of a challenging season for a lot of businesses. Planning for this season ahead of time can positively impact the business function as a whole.

Book Recommendation

Are you a small business owner looking to maximize your marketing during the summer months and other seasons? Look no further, this book will be your comprehensive guide for effective marketing strategies that will align with each season.

Seasonal Success: Small Business Marketing Year-Round by Michele Bubert