The Cost of Employee Turnover The Great Resignation touched a lot of employers not so long ago. As people reprioritized where and how they wanted to work, if their employers couldn’t meet their expectations, they simply left. This may not have seemed like a terrible thing for the employee. After all, they found places…
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January 2024 (ed. 13) In this edition: Feature Article: Inflation: Meet Your New Leadership Team From the Desk of Dan DeBone: Tax Expansion of the PA Child and Dependent Care Act Chamber Champion of the Month: Westmoreland County Commissioner’s Office Financial Wellness & News Upcoming Events Chamber Rewind Member Milestones Welcome New Members
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Amping Up Productivity with the ‘Quiet Protocol’ Let’s face it, in this hyper-connected, always-on world, it’s tougher than ever to maintain focus and keep productivity levels high. We’re surrounded by ceaseless interruptions and noise, causing a disruptive ripple in our workflow. But there’s a silver lining, folks. Inc Magazine has spotlighted an ingenious strategy – the “Quiet Protocol.” Renowned…
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Ignite and Empower Your Team with Verbal Feedback Verbal feedback is a great way for bosses and team leaders to demonstrate their appreciation and encourage their employees. When used correctly, this kind of feedback not only boosts morale but also creates an atmosphere where employees feel valued, respected, and encouraged. If using words to affirm…
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December 2023 (ed. 12) In this edition: Feature Article: Shop Local From the Desk of Dan DeBone: Reflecting on the Values that Matter Most During the Holiday Season Financial Wellness & News Upcoming Events Chamber Rewind Member Milestones Welcome New Members
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Unlocking Reciprocity: How Gratitude Transforms Workplace Culture Where does gratitude fit in the workplace? If you ask Benjamin Laker, a leadership professor at the Henley Business School, he will tell you that organizations that lead with gratitude foster a very special brand of thankfulness-reciprocity. In an article written for Forbes, Laker describes reciprocity as an innate…
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November 2023 (ed. 11) In this edition: Feature Article: Inflation: What You Need to Know From the Desk of Dan DeBone: Understanding the Implications of the PA New Tax Code Legislation Non-Profit of the Month: Welcome Home Shelter Chamber Champion of the Month: Central Westmoreland Career and Technology Center Financial Wellness & News Upcoming Events…
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Working Moms Starting Home Based Businesses Staying at home with your little ones is a luxury that many moms desire, but they simply can’t afford. Fortunately, the internet, one of the best gifts of the century, has multiple business ideas and income opportunities that stay-at-home moms can exploit. Moreover, the growth of work from home…
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Government Affairs & General Updates October 20, 2023 1. Pennsylvania House passes bill to prohibit ‘speculative ticketing’ The Pennsylvania House passed legislation earlier this week that would prohibit speculative ticketing. That’s when ticket resellers list event tickets for resale even though they haven’t obtained the tickets yet. House Bill 1658, which advanced Wednesday, would bar…
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