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Acknowledging Adversity
We all have times of adversity that can do anything from sidetrack us momentarily to changing the course of our lives. It’s important to acknowledge adversity and the effect it has on us and those around us. When our employees face adversity, managers should do what they can to be supportive. It’s easy to take for granted our daily tasks and schedules and go about our work without appreciating the good things we have. In addition, we may take our staff for granted, expectin

Barbara Giesing
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Helping staff in uncertain times
As news of layoffs, tariffs, potential recension, and other information bombards us, how do managers help staff in uncertain times? ...

Barbara Giesing
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Public Libraries--An Often Untapped Resource for Small Business!
I’m going a little off topic today, but have you visited your public library lately? Public libraries are great untapped resources for ...

Barbara Giesing
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What are you doing for employees' Mental Health?
As we get closer to year end and the various celebrations that fall within this time frame (and associated stress and anxiety that can go...

Barbara Giesing
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