While inclement winter weather may lie ahead for many, research shows that lousy weather is actually good for business; a decrease in sunny skies directly correlates to workforce productivity.
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Today, and throughout Women’s History Month, we celebrate women by shining a spotlight on inspirational leaders:• Rea Ann Silva (Beautyblender) – revolutionized the makeup industry • Ursula Burns (Xerox and VEON) – the first African American woman to become CEO of a Forbes 500 company • Diane Hendricks (ABC Supply) – first on Forbes America’s 2022 Richest Self-Made Women list • Judy Faulkner (Epic Systems) – dubbed as the most powerful woman in health care • Sara Blakely (Spanx) – Forbes’ youngest female self-made billionaire in 2012 Read more about the stories of these successful women who have left an important mark on the business world at c2-com.
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Toxic positivity refers to the expectation for all employees in a particular workplace to maintain a positive attitude at all times, regardless of the situation they are in.
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A CEO’s voice: A critical asset for business leaders looking to make a difference
The CEO is the chief communicator, the face of the company and the brand leader.
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A new year beckons change; for companies, that often means new leadership.
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Insurance premiums protect major assets, like homes and automobiles, from out-of-pocket expenses in the case of damages or liability.
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Several of us struggle with making decisions — ranging from what to make for breakfast, to choosing which of the top two candidates to hire.
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National Earth Day is celebrated annually on April 22.
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JEDCO asked women in leadership to share their best advice for career growth, advancement and female empowerment.
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As of February 2021, there are over 1.75 million podcasts and over 43 million episodes.
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Recently, I had an employee tell me that her paycheck was not as important as the education we could provide her. As a business owner, you can’t afford to cut out employee development from your budget.
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It is extremely important for companies to appreciate their teams, especially when employees stay loyal to your company for long periods of time. One of the best ways to show appreciation is through honorable milestone gifts.
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Running a small business is challenging, but following best practices can help you operate successfully. Go the extra mile with these guidelines:
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Why do startups fail? We often get answers like “poor management” or “money ran out.” The real reason startups fail is founders build a product no one wants. Moreover, they find a solution to a problem no one has.
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Besides verbal recognition, the most common way to award a person or company is with a plaque. Here are some creative ways to show appreciation beyond a plaque.
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I remember working a consulting gig where a management team and an employee group were having trouble communicating.
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The apex of football season highlights the importance of talent.
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Much like sports teams cycling through head coaches, companies often seem to constantly be changing CEOs.
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Company holiday parties celebrate the year’s accomplishments and help employees bond, but inappropriate behavior or accidents from excessive drinking can lead to colorful water-cooler stories and land employers in legal trouble.
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On Dec. 1, many more salaried workers may become eligible for the federal overtime premium. Under a new Fair Labor Standards Act regulation, some employees who make less than $47,476 will no longer qualify for exemption from overtime pay.