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Quiet Quitting: A Timeless Challenge for Workforce Engagement

Quiet Quitting: A Timeless Challenge for Workforce Engagement

by Lea Strickland | Oct 7, 2025 | Business Articles, Human Resources, Uncategorized

Quiet quitting refers to employees doing the bare minimum without fully committing to their roles. Despite media reports, this is not a new phenomenon. It’s a recurring response to workplace dissatisfaction that has persisted across decades. From the corporate...
Taking Care of Business: A Blueprint for Resilience and Success

Taking Care of Business: A Blueprint for Resilience and Success

by Lea Strickland | Aug 21, 2025 | Business Articles, Business Management, Human Resources, Uncategorized

In an era of relentless change, the last few years have underscored one truth: adaptability is non-negotiable. To thrive, businesses must be proactive, vigilant, and strategic in their approach. Bachman-Turner Overdrive’s “Taking Care of Business ”...
Ten Ethical Questions to Drive Better Business Decisions

Ten Ethical Questions to Drive Better Business Decisions

by Lea Strickland | Jul 29, 2025 | Business Articles, Credibility, Human Resources, Leadership

Navigate the complex world of business ethics with confidence. Ethical dilemmas can derail even the most successful companies, but asking the right questions keeps you grounded. Here are ten powerful questions to ensure your decisions align with integrity, foster...
US Department of Labor Changes Ease Regulatory Burdens

US Department of Labor Changes Ease Regulatory Burdens

by Lea Strickland | Jul 24, 2025 | Business Articles, Human Resources

So far in 2025, Trump’s US Department of Labor (USDOL), shifting its focus toward deregulation and pro-business policies, has rolled back several rules established by the Biden administration. USDOL has also introduced measures to reduce compliance costs and...
Are You Ready for the July 2025 Minimum Wage Changes?

Are You Ready for the July 2025 Minimum Wage Changes?

by Lea Strickland | Jun 26, 2025 | Business Articles, Human Resources

With July 1, 2025, just days away, businesses nationwide are preparing for a surge of minimum wage increases across states, cities, and counties. These changes are not uniform. Rates and requirements vary widely by location, and companies operating in multiple...

Motivate Change to Get Desired Performance

by Lea Strickland | Aug 31, 2016 | Business Articles, Business Management, Change Management, Execution, Human Resources, Operations, Resources

How to Motivate Change One of the most basic things we need to understand about change is that it is personal. People must choose to change. People can be influenced to change by external sources (e.g., other people, events); however, for true change to occur and be...
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