As 2024 comes to an end, can we also stop spreading the myth of the self-made success? Name me one person who did not require the contribution of another to reach the levels of success currently …
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Why Does a Super Lawyer Rating Matter?
Over the past few days, I have seen several esteemed colleagues announce their 2024 Super Lawyers ratings. I almost forgot that I was rated a top lawyer in alternative dispute resolution (ADR) for the …
Leading Through Traumatic Experiences with Empathy and Resilience
Traumatic experiences never really leave us. They become part of us and influence our responses to situations that remind us of them. Initially, this happens largely without our consent. Over time, …
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How to Balance Conflicting Interests in Workplace Injuries
DISCLAIMER: This post is a general overview of a workers compensation claim. It does not contain legal advice, and there is no guarantee that any of the actions detailed will generate a similar or …
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Effective Employee Management: Lessons from a Concrete Manufacturer
Several years ago, I had the opportunity to tour a concrete plant. Not only was the manufacturing process fascinating, it deepened my respect for the business and the industry in which it operates. …
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From Poor to Prosperous: A Journey of Resilience and Success
Growing up poor in Kentucky, I was the youngest of three daughters raised by a single mother who managed to support us on about $70 a week. Despite our financial struggles, my mother instilled in me …
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Forgiving the World for Our Origins: A Pathway to Professional Growth
I was born to parents who owned a failing auto parts business, whether or not my mother knew. She was busy with my two sisters, while my dad sought solace in alcohol and reckless spending. The bills …
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Viewing Racial Prejudice through the Lens of Conflict Resolution: A Revised Perspective
It has been more than 12 years since the tragic encounter between Trayvon Martin and George Zimmerman, one that was based in racial prejudice and bias. The feelings of grief over the loss of this …
Legal Professionals Must Each Foster Trust in the System
DISCLAIMER: This post is intended only as general information about New York State Workers Compensation Law. It is not legal advice, and reading it does not make us your attorneys. If you need …
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Reflections on Simplicity, Birthdays, and Anniversaries
I love having a June birthday because it's almost mid-year--a perfect time to reflect on my annual theme and goals. It's also the month I started the business now known as Third Ear Conflict …
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