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Business, HR/Human Resources & Operations, Leadership

Does Your Employer Have Long COVID; Check Out These Symptoms

You’ve heard that “long-haulers,” individuals with long COVID, suffer persistent COVID-19 symptoms that erode their quality of life. Anyone scanning … Continue reading Does Your Employer Have Long COVID; Check Out These Symptoms

Gig Work: Right for You?
Career

Gig Work: Right for You?

She worked in an office. A steady paycheck. Insurance. That was then, this is now. Asked her why she left … Continue reading Gig Work: Right for You?

Fizzled Romance Leaves an Afterburn
Coaching, Conflict & communications, Personal growth, Professional growth

Fizzled Romance Leaves an Afterburn

Question: As the lead for our department, I have to make hard calls in terms of who gets leave and … Continue reading Fizzled Romance Leaves an Afterburn

Are We Headed Into A Recession Or Not? The Answer May Surprise
Business, National events & politics

Are We Headed Into A Recession Or Not? The Answer May Surprise

Is the U.S. heading into a recession? Are we in one now? My in-box filled with questions after I posted … Continue reading Are We Headed Into A Recession Or Not? The Answer May Surprise

Recession Fears Loom; Here’s How to Avoid Being Laid Off & What To Do If You Are
Business, Career, Coaching, Professional growth

Recession Fears Loom; Here’s How to Avoid Being Laid Off & What To Do If You Are

After months of talent wars triggered by the great resignation, the job market has again shifted, with business growth slowing … Continue reading Recession Fears Loom; Here’s How to Avoid Being Laid Off & What To Do If You Are

Feeling a Story: Electricity & An Agent
Dr. Lynne Curry, Writing

Feeling a Story: Electricity & An Agent

For me feeling a story is like being plugged in to an electric current. A character knocks on my the … Continue reading Feeling a Story: Electricity & An Agent

Working for an Alcoholic Boss & Expecting to Be Fired Tomorrow
Career, Coaching, Drug & alcohol additction, HR/Human Resources & Operations, Personal growth

Working for an Alcoholic Boss & Expecting to Be Fired Tomorrow

Question: I expect to be fired tomorrow. I work for a small company owned by a man and wife. They’re … Continue reading Working for an Alcoholic Boss & Expecting to Be Fired Tomorrow

Laying Off Employees Who Don’t Expect It: consider the alternatives & don’t destroy morale
Business, HR/Human Resources & Operations, Leadership, Management/supervision

Laying Off Employees Who Don’t Expect It: consider the alternatives & don’t destroy morale

Question:             Our employees don’t realize our company is in financial trouble, but we are. We’re over-staffed, and it’s my … Continue reading Laying Off Employees Who Don’t Expect It: consider the alternatives & don’t destroy morale

Overcoming the Con and Losing Your Fear Baggage
Bullying, Coaching, Conflict & communications, Personal growth, Professional growth

Overcoming the Con and Losing Your Fear Baggage

Question: I made a huge mistake. I hired absolutely the wrong person, a manipulative con. He joined my company planning … Continue reading Overcoming the Con and Losing Your Fear Baggage

If You Want Your Business to Live, Consider This–And Get Your Father On Board
Business, Coaching, Management/supervision

If You Want Your Business to Live, Consider This–And Get Your Father On Board

Question I grew up working in our family’s business under my dad’s mentorship. I’ve learned a lot from him and … Continue reading If You Want Your Business to Live, Consider This–And Get Your Father On Board

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