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Why Supporting Small Businesses This Holiday Season Is More Urgent Than Ever

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According to a September 2021 Small Business Pulse Survey (SBPS) by the U.S. of small businesses surveyed reported the pandemic had a large or moderately negative effect on their business. And although for some 2021 may finally feel like business as usual, the truth is many (if not most) small businesses still need our help.

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How My Experience as a Black Entrepreneur Shaped My Views on Building Financial Freedom

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Having allies at work isn’t just about having a confidant or an enforcer of policies. In an effort to soothe these discomforts at the office, I would decompress at happy hours, hire personal trainers and purchase loose-fitting clothes—all of which impacted my ability to save and invest. The impact of toxic work environments.

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Climb the career tree, all the way to the top!

Practically Perfect PA

I like colour in work clothes but go for powerful reds and jewel tones, no baby pinks. The aim is to inspire those around you and breed a calm confidence. And people confide in PAs, don’t they?? And if you are taken for granted, you can use your experience to give you the confidence to take your career to the next level.

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How One Top Workplace Keeps Innovation Flowing Through Communication

Energage

The district’s scores in this area were up 16 percentage points in its second engagement survey when compared with the first. We have a Cross-Training Program and a Leadership Academy to encourage our employees to feel confident in their goals of moving into leadership roles.” Part of the Big Picture.

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Webiste Critique Special Report: Kidorable

Men With Pens

Speaking of covering everything head to toe… today is a special report website critique for Kidorable, an acclaimed kids’ clothing and accessories company dressing little kids up right. You won’t get swamped with calls, but you will make people feel more confident that you’re a real business. Why are you doing it?

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The Real Reasons People Are Quitting by Bonnie Low-Kramen

Bonnie Low Kramen

Megan quit because her manager constantly flirted with her, commented on her clothing, and on Zoom calls, he told her she should “smile more,” wear her hair “up like you used to,” and “try to lose some of that pandemic weight.” When she told HR, they said that they would look into it. How do managers show respect for their staff?

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106 Thoughts on Overcoming Overwhelm in a Freaked-Out World

Stephanie LH Calahan

You can make that first step easier by supporting yourself: comfy clothes, your favorite music, an organizing buddy, etc. Once that is done, survey what is left and find the next easiest thing you can do. LONG TERM SOLUTION: learn strategies for increasing your time management skills, physical endurance and self-confidence.

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