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Three of every five U.S. jobs lost durin

Three of every five U.S. jobs lost during this recession are attributable to cuts from small businesses. —U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

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Bad Bosses Force Good People to Quit

Scott Adams has never been a fan of management. Adam’s cynical view of work life is illustrated in his Dilbert cartoons. In the November 6-7 edition of the Wall Street Journal, he said, “The primary purpose of management is to … Continue reading

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Working Toward Retirement: Survey

In a survey of 1,600 workers of varying education and income levels, 74 percent of respondents said they expect to work after retirement, citing among their reasons: 93% to stay mentally active 86% for social interaction 73% to feel useful … Continue reading

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Employee Communication Helps Beat Competition

According to a survey of 25,000 employees in 17 U.S.-based companies, 65 percent of workers said they do not receive enough information about their competitors while 39 percent said the information they receive is adequate enough to differentiate their company’s … Continue reading

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What Do Millennials Want

Donald Trump’s TV show “The Apprentice” is back for another season with a twist that revolves around professionals who have been affected by the economy. Each contestant has lost his or her job and is searching for a new one. … Continue reading

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DISC Certification Training

DISC Certification Training Individual behavior styles and preferences have a direct impact on our interpersonal relationships at home and at the workplace. People differ from each other in fundamental ways including their values, behaviors, talents, temperaments, wants and beliefs. Our … Continue reading

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Only 14 percent of U.S workers between t

Only 14 percent of U.S workers between the ages 22 and 33 in said in 2008 they hoped to stay with their current employer until retirement. This percentage rose to 25 percent in 2009. —Fidelity Investments

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