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The Limitless Value of Initiative

A consultant, who works out of her home office, used a software security service as part of her internet package.  After upgrading to a fiber optic system, the software wouldn’t work.  As the problem repeatedly recurred even after reinstalling, she called her internet company’s helpline. While she shouldn’t have been too surprised given the technical nature of internet services, the …

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Don’t Let Labor Shortages Slow Your Growth!

It’s what Americans have been waiting for:   Personal and disposable income is trending up .04 percent in May, allowing people to feel more comfortable spending on goods and services. Consumer sentiment is at a 3-month high, led by optimism about job growth and retention. Claims for unemployment benefits continue to drop to near-record lows. In most states, the labor …

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Get Healthy at Work:  30 Days of Keeping it Simple 

No, wait!  Don’t X this tab! Your blood pressure is probably soaring at the thought of yet another article on “workplace wellness.” I get it. But this isn’t just another nag about that second donut you ate in the break room.  In fact, a minute ago I consumed a chocolate brownie while imagining how to convince you (without appearing to …