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Earlier this year, a nonprofit organization near and dear to my heart forwarded me a message …

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During a panel I moderated last month on the upcoming changes to the Fair Labor Standards …

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Today’s dilemma and solution: A Sunday Board meeting that is a 6-hour trip one way would …

Create Your Own Work / Life Boundaries in Business and at Work Read more →

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During an Everything DiSC® team-building session with a client’s employee group last week, I emphasized the …

Communicate Outside of Your Comfort Zone in Business and at Work Read more →

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I’ve experienced this scenario too many times in my HR career: (Phone rings.) Supervisor:  “Hi Deb, …

Feel the Fear of Conflict and Give Constructive Feedback Anyway in Business and at Work Read more →

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A great sale on flash drives brought me to a big-box retail store today. A good …

Managers on Duty Ensure Employee Safety in Business and at Work Read more →

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One of my clients invited me to their staff picnic today – moved inside due to …

Employee Gratitude Drives Retention in Business and at Work Read more →

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In 25+ years of HR experience working in manufacturing and distribution center environments, I’ve been lucky …

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As a result of my experiences on both sides of the interview table as both a …

Keep Candidates Updated in Business and at Work Read more →

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I phone-interviewed two candidates over the weekend for clients’ healthcare positions – I had worked with …

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