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The DISC Assessment as a DEI Tool

Nance Schick · Feb 11, 2024 ·

Employers increasingly use DISC or other personality assessments to help them identify the root causes of workplace conflicts. In this post, we will explore whether the DISC Assessment can be an …

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No, DEI Is Not Dead; It’s More Important Than Ever

Nance Schick · Feb 9, 2024 ·

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DISCLAIMER: This post is contains general information about DEI programs and bans. It is not legal advice. If you are concerned about the legal implications of your program, please research and …

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Frequently-Asked Questions About Relationship Conflicts

Nance Schick · Feb 5, 2024 ·

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Relationship conflicts in the workplace can arise from various situations, including: Break-ups with coworkers Colleagues dating and bringing personal issues to work Personal heartbreak …

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Addressing the Ongoing Struggles of True Small Businesses Post-Pandemic

Nance Schick · Feb 4, 2024 ·

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Many of the small businesses who survived the COVID-19 pandemic are still struggling to get back to their prior levels of success. We are frequently referred to as the backbone of the United States …

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How Economic Impact Disaster Loans Have Small Businesses Idling

admin · Feb 3, 2024 ·

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Committed to empowering small business owners, I recently asked 100 small business clients and colleagues to share their experiences with the Economic Impact Disaster Loans (EIDL) issued in response …

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Letting Go of Unhealthy Relationships at Work

Nance Schick · Feb 2, 2024 ·

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When approached by Upjourney to share insights on letting go of unhealthy relationships, my focus was initially on intimate partner connections. However, it became evident that the principles …

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Creating an Online Employee Policies Folder: A Simple Guide for Small Business Owners

Nance Schick · Jan 30, 2024 ·

DISCLAIMER: This post gives a general overview of employee policies. It is not legal advice, and I am not your attorney. If you require information or advice applied to your unique situation, please …

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How to Say Goodbye to an Ineffective Employee

Nance Schick · Jan 29, 2024 ·

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DISCLAIMER: This post gives a general overview of employee termination. It is not legal advice, and I am not your attorney. If you require information or advice applied to your unique situation, …

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More on How AI is Changing Workplaces

Nance Schick · Jan 25, 2024 ·

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly changing workplaces in nearly every industry. I estimate that AI tools could complete 10% of my workload, in part because I perform a lot of duties that I …

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Six Ways Employers Can Succeed In Employee Retention

Nance Schick · Jan 23, 2024 ·

Business success requires a team of people who support your vision and goals. Once you assemble your dream team, employee retention is crucial. After more than 20 years resolving workplace disputes as …

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