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As leaders, the desire to be liked can manifest in ways that undermine our effectiveness and personal well-being: Saying “yes” to everything: It’s tempting to accommodate every request, but overcommitment leads to burnout. More importantly, it sets a precedent that others can prioritize their needs over your boundaries or the company’s goals. Avoiding hard conversations: […]
As AI technology grows, the types of skills that employers value are changing, too. In the past technical skills often were the key to getting hired and advancing in a career. But as AI handles more of our data and routine tasks, the value of people skills — like communication, empathy and leadership — is […]
Here you are, at the start of another year. As you reflect, are you any closer to taking more time for yourself? Do you still: Step in to do things that others in your life are more than capable of handling — and should? Put yourself last when it comes to your available time and […]
Your business is very important, and when you add employees, the operation becomes much more complex as you become responsible for the health and wellbeing of your team. In your day-to-day operations, you need to recognize that several common workplace areas may harm your employees: Wet floors, uneven surfaces and cluttered areas can cause trips, […]
At this time of year, people are making lots of plans. Some prepare for quiet celebrations at home with family and friends, away from crowds, and others plan for festive nights out on the town. How do you anticipate spending the holidays? Amid all this revelry, will you take the time to review your financial […]
Butler Pharmacy was born on Aug. 4, 2023, from a long-time dream of pharmacy ownership. I opened the business, the first, black woman-owned pharmacy on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, after 10 years as a community pharmacist turned pharmacy director. After spending the past seven years with Coastal Family Health Center as its director of pharmacy, […]
I love this time of year — Christmas, New Years … and business planning! Do you have your 2025 business plan ready? By creating it now, you can put the finishing touches on your budget, start mentally preparing for 2025 and be ready to hit the ground-running on Jan. 1. IF YOU’RE NEW TO BUSINESS […]
