So this week during my internship, we are focusing on moving the business to a larger warehouse and office location due to the fast pace growth. This is very exciting news, but are having difficulties finding a suitable place. With the end of the financial year approaching, our goal is to be moved in to a new place in the beginning of July. Below are some pictures of a prospective location:
On top of the moving, we also held interviews for new employees due to the growing volume of sales that are coming through. It is very important that we keep up with the demand in business and to add needed staff. This process has also spurred the creation of business standards, green purchasing policies, and developing a new hire manual to walk employees through our software systems and processes to use as reference tools as ettitude expands. Being involved in these management tasks have exposed me to necessary steps in expanding a small business. If these type of standards aren’t implemented during rapid expansion, the business can collapse on itself.
Also, while exploring Melbourne, I have found my future street, Sustainability Street …
I hope everyone has a great week and look forward to giving you all an update!
-Ashley Sabol