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Is Your Manufacturing Business Prepared for the Future?

Business Development, Charts and Trends, Leadership, Management, Manufacturing, Strategy / By Rick Slark

“The manufacturing sector is a cornerstone of the American economy, but it’s currently standing on shaky ground,” says Timothy Fiore, Chair of ISM’s Manufacturing Business Survey Committee. Despite substantial investments, the US manufacturing sector is experiencing a downturn. The sector contracted for the fourth consecutive month in July, with factory orders falling by 3.3% in …

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Beyond Words: The Role of Effective Communication in Fostering Understanding

Humanity, Mental Health, Professional Development, Wisdom / By Rick Slark

Effective communication is the foundation of a flourishing civilization, beginning with understanding one another. Whether in personal relationships or professional settings, communication is essential to building meaningful connections, achieving common goals, and avoiding conflicts. But understanding each other can be challenging, especially when we come from different backgrounds, cultures, or experiences. For example, in the …

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The Critical Role of Managers in Employee Mental Health

Business Development, Charts and Trends, Humanity, Mental Health, Professional Development, Quotes / By Rick Slark

A recent study by The Workforce Institute of UKG revealed that 69% of individuals attribute their managers as having the most significant impact on their mental health, comparable to their partner’s effect. This impact was reported to be greater than the influence of doctors (51%) or therapists (41%). These findings emphasize the significant role that …

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3 Strategies for Dealing with Work Related Fatigue

Uncategorized / By Rick Slark

“Feeling a bit discouraged this morning!” I remember writing this line in a past journal entry, and I remember all the emotions that went along with it. I was mentally exhausted! I worked day and night to establish my new consulting business, develop my service offerings, determine a marketing strategy, build a sales process, fill …

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