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AmericanHort

Root

Burnout. It’s a big issue for leaders and organizations. In fact, according to a recent survey by Monster, 95% of people are considering leaving their jobs, and being burned out is the most common reason.

 

Leaders are struggling to correct this, and are identifying the best work policies for their organizations and their people, including work-from-home options, balancing development and advancement opportunities for those working in person or remotely, and tricky vaccine requirements.

Visit https://www.rootinc.com/empathy-2-0-the-answer-to-changing-employee-needs/ to view the full article online.

 
Gregg Vanourek

More isn’t always better. Yet our brains fool us into thinking that it is. It’s an unconscious assumption, deep in our brains, that’s nearly impossible to shake.

 

Our consumer culture also drives our itch for more. In this potent environment, we’re inundated with countless messages from others about what will make us happy. The hard truth: there’s a big difference between what we think will make us happy and what actually makes us happy.

Visit https://greggvanourek.com/beware-the-disease-of-more/ to view the full article online.

 
H & H Farm Machine Co.
Onset Computer Corp.

NPR

Receiving feedback doesn't necessarily have to be terrifying. Feedback is just information, and you have the power to decide what you do with it.

 

For leaders, the goal should be to normalize the idea that feedback is ongoing, not just for annual reviews.

Visit https://www.npr.org/2021/08/24/1030659507/receiving-feedback-doesnt-have-to-be-scary-heres-how-you-can-get-most-out-of-it to view the full article online.

 

Inc.

Research conducted by Christopher Littlefield on praise and recognition shows that while 88 percent of respondents associate feeling valued with recognition, nearly 70 percent also "associate embarrassment or discomfort with the process of being recognized." 

 

If you feel uncomfortable giving praise and recognition, research shows you're not alone. And that your employees don't care.

Visit https://www.inc.com/jeff-haden/emotional-intelligence-leadership-praise-recognition-how-to-be-a-better-leader.html to view the full article online.

 
Parry America Inc
Tesselaar, Inc

Harvard Business Review

Whether you have overbooked yourself, realized you have a conflict, or otherwise can’t or don’t want to participate in a project, it’s essential to uncommit gracefully. Doing so will keep your reputation intact and your relationships strong.

 

Here are six tips to help you go about saying no after you’ve already said yes with tact and professionalism.

Visit https://hbr.org/2021/09/how-to-say-no-after-saying-yes?ab=hero-main-text to view the full article online.

 
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WaterPulse Inc
WaterPulse watering mats take advantage of the natural capillary action of soil to deliver water and nutrients uniformly, for healthier, more consistent and more attractive plants. Over 10 million sq.ft. are installed throughout the U.S, saving hundreds of millions of gallons of water every year and reducing labor costs.
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Part III of this three-part Mastery Series
September 28, 2021

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Part III of this three-part Mastery Series
September 30, 2021

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October 11-13, 2021
Grand Rapids, MI

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Sisters Micky Byland and Amy Morris of N.G. Heimos Greenhouses
October 20, 2 PM, ET

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Three-part Mastery Series
Taking place Oct 28, Nov 3 & 10, 2021

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December 3, 2 PM, ET
Dr. Charlie Hall, AmericanHort Chief Economist

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