Dec. 6, 2021—To better assist shop owners with their business-building tactics Ratchet+Wrench has compiled a short list of essential leadership material from some of its favorite sources. Here's a look at a few must-read articles from the past week.

How Not to Plan Out Your Next Quarter — Inc. 

Be mindful of when you set deadlines.

How to Separate the Champs From the Chumps in the Hiring Process — Entrepreneur

Ask candidates these 8 essential questions to ensure you find the best fit for the job.

Leaders: Stop Confusing Correlation with Causation — Harvard Business Review  

It's a common mistake - and as companies rely more on data, it's an increasingly costly one.