When Conversations Get Hard

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In business, as in all other areas of life, communication is the key to success.  One of the hardest things about communication is saying those uncomfortable things that have to be said. We’ve all had those days where we needed to handle a large conversation that was big and scary. When we look at this […]

Pizzas Are Better Than Sticks

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Culture plays a significant role in the success of businesses and teams.  Building strong relationships and fostering a positive team culture can lead to increased productivity, better communication, and a more enjoyable work environment. Taking time to socialize outside of work, whether it’s grabbing a pizza or participating in team-building activities, can help to build […]

Fighting to Understand: Company Culture and Perspective

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by Josh McAfee What is the quickest way to tear down communication, divide teams, and drive off talented employees? Conflict. There can be many causes of conflict and some can be more detrimental to the success of your team and company than others.  One of the top contenders for causing the most discord and one […]

Does your company have hemorrhoids?

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By Josh McAfee I want to talk about hemorrhoids. I know it sounds weird, but the reality is that every company has something or someone that’s a pain in the butt. It could be a person, process, or client. Who or what in your company comes to mind when I say hemorrhoid?  These hemorrhoids have […]

The Secrets to Attracting, Retaining, and Motivating Great Employees

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By Carrie Vruno, John Duisberg, and Josh McAfee The market has been roiling and it’s crushing some companies when it comes to attracting, keeping, and motivating top talent. Even when things flip again, elements of the new normal won’t be going away. The mindset of workers has shifted fundamentally. They’re placing a higher priority on […]

It’s not a labor shortage…

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By Josh McAfee   For the past year, every day, all day, I hear company leaders, social media talking heads, and news outlets talking about the “labor shortage.” I believe they are coming at it from the wrong angle.    There’s a hidden opportunity when we start thinking about hiring as a competition versus just […]

How Leaders Attract the Right Talent

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Talent, talent everywhere, but not a one to hire.  The pandemic has had an interesting side effect. With months of lockdowns, quarantines, and restrictions, people found themselves with time to spare and choices to consider. Those decisions sent ripples throughout the markets and triggered The Turnover Tsunami. It washed out talent pools and left company’s […]