• Hidden
  • Hidden
  • This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

  Get in touch with Kent

Author: Kent StockVICE PRESIDENT / BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

If you're unsure about where to begin or have any other questions, let me help you get started. I can help you see all the valuable services that Community Savings Bank has available for you. I can also help you build a financial plan that will help you meet your financial goals.

Expertise: Entrepreneurs & Start Ups Leadership

Articles posted by Kent Stock

When Doing Business the “Old Fashioned Way” May Be Best

Posted by Kent StockPosted on Leadership, Marketing & Selling, Operations & Processes, Uncategorized

2021-04-13 (1)

Before 2020, people were focused on doing business with the least amount of interpersonal communication and at the fastest pace possible. Consumers and organizations alike were so busy focusing on the next task, nobody was concerned with making connections. Once citizens were forced to stay home, limit interactions, and slow down, there was a shift. People want human connection. People … Read More

Interns: Goldmines for your organization

Posted by Kent StockPosted on Recruitment & Retention

2020-10-28

As more and more schools and colleges require internships to fulfill graduation requirements, the need for gaining practical experience is on the minds of almost all students pursuing a secondary degree. Luckily, many businesses offer these types of programs to give students real life work experience. At the same time, many businesses find they benefit greatly from having an intern … Read More

How to Provide Feedback that will be Appreciated

Posted by Kent StockPosted on Leadership

2020-10-20

Constructive criticism is important to learn and grow as an individual. This also applies to your work life. It’s easy to give positive feedback like, “great work!” but it can be a lot more difficult to provide constructive feedback. A lot of factors contribute to how employees respond to your feedback. Keep reading to learn how to provide feedback that … Read More

Tips on Being a Confident Public Speaker

Posted by Kent StockPosted on Leadership

2020-10-01

According to the National Social Anxiety Center, “The fear of public speaking is the most common phobia ahead of death, spiders, or heights. The National Institute of Mental Health reports that public speaking anxiety, or glossophobia, affects about 73% of the population.” Public speaking can be difficult to master, especially if you are a more anxious person. With patience and … Read More

Best Ways To Keep Your Company Mission Top Of Mind

Posted by Kent StockPosted on Leadership

Keeping your company mission top of mind

Your company’s mission statement is the basis for why you began the business in the first place. The daily tasks of running a business can start to feel overwhelming and tiresome. Reminding yourself and your team of why you are doing what you are doing is an essential way to keep passion and care in your daily work routine. Employee … Read More

5 Most Common Performance Evaluation Methods

Posted by Kent StockPosted on Leadership, Operations & Processes

5-most-common-performance-evaluation-methods

It’s smart practice to conduct ongoing performance reviews of your employees so they know what is continually expected of them. It will also give you great insight into what employees are thinking and if anything needs to be changed or looked into further. There are a variety of methods; here are some of the most common: 1. Self Evaluation/Peer Review … Read More

Influence Your Staff to Be Effective Leaders

Posted by Kent StockPosted on Leadership

influence-your-staff-to-be-effective-leaders

Leadership is a trait that comes naturally to some or eventually evolves in others. It’s important to have these skills when leading a team in the professional world. These traits can also be passed on when working and developing your staff. How does a leader teach someone how to lead? Here are some great basics when laying that foundation. Focus … Read More

Leadership vs. Management

Posted by Kent StockPosted on Leadership

leadership-vs-management

Being a manager does not automatically make you a leader, but most good leaders end up in managerial positions. So then, what is a leader? What is a manager? Most often in business the two labels are used interchangeably, but is that always correct?  Here are what each are and the differences between the two. Let’s start with definition differences, … Read More