Penny Wise and Pound Foolish

Being an entrepreneur myself, I can certainly appreciate cycles that occur within our industry and the challenges we all face in managing through tough economic times.
Unquestionably; retaining or acquiring top talent, controlling costs while continuing to build the brand generally top the list.

Many employers (about 65%) today do not believe their employees are looking at other job opportunities. In reality according to a recent survey by salary.com, 65% of employed respondents are actively looking around. Employers might assume in a soft economy, employees are just happy to have a job. Hiring Managers…you are out of touch with reality! How about another dose of reality? Job browsing this year is up 17% among the employed; people are scared and do not want to be unprepared when the next “cut” knocks at the door. The talent that has been proactive in successfully building your business are the same ones who are on their way to a new opportunity.

So why are they leaving?
Compensation
Development
Recognition

Today more than ever, businesses are being pushed to control costs. In an effort to do so some employers are proposing commission only compensation packages for both domestic and international franchising sales professionals. The danger if the individual accepts this package is realizing most of these sales professionals are likely accepting the program as a “stop gap” until they locate a position with greater security in compensation. Although the temptation may be there for the company to control fixed labor costs, keep in mind that these individuals are still looking and as the economy turns, or a better opportunity arises, they will be gone. The result means continued inconsistency in the sales program, lost sales and an inability to attract top talent in the future. Beware not to be Penny Wise and Pound Foolish!

For greater understanding into maximizing individual performance through compensation call Peter Capodice at 941-906-1990 of email at peter@capodice.com.

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Upgrade! Upgrade! Upgrade!

During the Restaurant Finance & Development Conference this past November, it was evident in panel discussion after panel discussion, that the companies who have weathered the economic downturn the most successfully are the one’s who were and continue to be aggressive in evaluating and upgrading their management teams, from unit level through CEO.

We have not in our lifetime seen an opportunity of this magnitude to acquire the level of talent available today. To survive this downturn and position your business for a consumer who’s expectations continue to rise, ensuring all team members are exemplar performers and work as a team is no longer is an option. You must take this advantage to upgrade your company’s human capital now!

Over the past year Capodice & Associates has expanded its database to more than 28,000 working executives across all disciplines within the restaurant and franchising industries. Additionally Capodice & Associates is the only Executive Search Firm to have developed a database of top industry performers based on the worlds leading behavioral assessment method. I encourage you to call and discuss how Capodice & Associates can objectively measure/evaluate your current team and position your business for the future. Call today and learn how you can get a free snap-shot of the strengths and weaknesses of your senior management team.

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From a dynamic blend of professional search talent, to the most comprehensive assessment tools on the market, Capodice & Associates gives you peace of mind knowing your next hire will be a long-term success.

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Capodice & Associates pioneered and developed the “Predictive Performance” team modeling process utilized to build highly successful teams.

Specific team models are created for each individual client. No two models are the same because of the uniqueness of each corporate culture.

In the past, organizations attempted to model themselves after industry top tier performers. In principle this sounds like a good idea, but in reality these companies posses individuals with behavioral patterns unique to their organization. A competitor’s top talent may not be nearly as effective within a different corporate culture.

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Capodice & Associates
Midtown Plaza
1243 S. Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, Florida 34239
941-906-1990 Phone
941-906-1991 Fax
peter@capodice.com
http://www.capodice.com

Capodice & Associates Predictive Performance Executive Search Partners with Allied Lube Inc. DBA Jiffy Lube Service Centers to aid in executive assess

Allied Lube Inc. is the 3rd largest franchisee of Jiffy Lube Centers in the United States with more than 120 locations. The company was founded by Richard Paek with just 1 Jiffy Lube in 1993. They are considered to be one of the primer operators within the Jiffy Lube System.

Capodice & Associates Predictive Performance Executive Search served as the retained search firm providing executive talent, assessment and organizational redevelopment services.

From a dynamic blend of professional search talent, to the most comprehensive assessment and on-boarding tools on the market, Capodice & Associates gives you peace of mind knowing your next hire will be a long-term success.

Contact: Peter Capodice 941-906-1990 or peter@capodice.com

Capodice & Associates Predictive Performance Executive Search Partners with International Dairy Queen to Secure an Industry Leading Vice President of

International Dairy Queen develops licenses and services a system of more than 5,600 Dairy Queen Stores in the United States, Canada and foreign countries, offering dairy desserts, hamburgers, hot dogs and beverages. Since 2001, the Dairy Queen system has realized seven consecutive years of same store sales growth and franchise profitability increases. International Dairy Queen is part of the Berkshire Hathaway family, a company owned by Warren Buffett, the legendary investor and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway.

Capodice & Associates Predictive Performance Executive Search served as the retained search firm providing executive talent to secure an industry leading Vice President of Franchise Development to the Dairy Queen organization.

From a dynamic blend of professional search talent, to the most comprehensive assessment and on-boarding tools on the market, Capodice & Associates gives you peace of mind knowing your next hire will be a long-term success.

Contact: Peter Capodice 941-906-1990 or peter@capodice.com

Capodice & Associates Predictive Performance Executive Search Partners with DineEquitys IHOP Brand to Complete its Field Marketing Team.

IHOP restaurants, one of America’s favorite restaurant chains, features moderately priced, high-quality food and beverage items, and table service in an attractive and comfortable atmosphere.

More than 99 percent of IHOP restaurants are operated by franchisees, who are independent business people. As of June 30, 2008, there were 1,361 IHOP restaurants located in 49 states, Canada and Mexico.

Capodice & Associates Predictive Performance Executive Search served as the retained search firm providing executive talent, assessment, team building, coaching and on-boarding services to the IHOP Marketing Group.

From a dynamic blend of professional search talent, to the most comprehensive assessment and on-boarding tools on the market, Capodice & Associates gives you peace of mind knowing your next hire will be a long-term success.

Contact: Peter Capodice 941-906-1990 or peter@capodice.com

Contact: Peter Capodice 941-906-1990 or peter@capodice.com

About Capodice & Associates
From a dynamic blend of professional search talent, to the most comprehensive assessment tools on the market, Capodice & Associates gives you peace of mind knowing your next hire will be a long-term success.

Contact Us
Capodice & Associates
Midtown Plaza
1243 S. Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, Florida 34239
941-906-1990 Phone
941-906-1991 Fax
www.capodice.com

Capodice & Associates Predictive Performance Executive Search Partners with The Johnny Rockets Group to Bolster its Franchise Sales Team.

Johnny Rockets is an international retro diner-style restaurant chain that provides the food and friendliness reminiscent of feel-good Americana. Every original Johnny Rockets restaurant boasts great-tasting food from a menu of All-American favorites including juicy hamburgers, hand-dipped shakes & malts and freshly-baked apple pie.
The Johnny Rockets Group currently has 238 restaurants open as of July 2008 and will open an additional 42 restaurant in their current fiscal year and an additional 80 in their next fiscal year.

Capodice & Associates Predictive Performance Executive Search served as the retained search firm providing executive talent, assessment and on-boarding services to the Johnny Rockets Group.

From a dynamic blend of professional search talent, to the most comprehensive assessment and on-boarding tools on the market, Capodice & Associates gives you peace of mind knowing your next hire will be a long-term success.

Contact: Peter Capodice 941-906-1990 or peter@capodice.com

About Capodice & Associates
From a dynamic blend of professional search talent, to the most comprehensive assessment tools on the market, Capodice & Associates gives you peace of mind knowing your next hire will be a long-term success.

Contact Us
Capodice & Associates
Midtown Plaza
1243 S. Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, Florida 34239
941-906-1990 Phone
941-906-1991 Fax
www.capodice.com