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Easing Stress in Uncertain Times
“It’s not stress that kills us; it is our reaction to it.” – Hans Selye April is National Stress Awareness Month, and as we make our way through some uncertain times, it’s clear that stress is on the rise. At home, on the street, and in the workplace, folks are feeling the strain. For leaders, these…
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Women’s History Month Matters
“No country can every truly flourish if it stifles the potential of its women and deprives itself of the contributions of half of its citizens.” – Michelle Obama The above quote resonates deeply in the context of today’s political landscape. For all of us at FocusWorks, empowering women to succeed, flourish, and reach their full…
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Celebrating 2025 Black History Month
“Whenever you are engaged in work that serves humanity and is for the building of humanity, it has dignity, and it has worth.” – Martin Luther King At FocusWorks, we take time every February to recognize Black History Month as an annual opportunity to reflect, celebrate, and provide education on the history, culture, and the…
Read MoreEmbracing change amid challenging times
“The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy.” – Martin Luther King, Jr. The annual celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day takes on a deeper meaning in this election season. With DEI programs coming under…
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Preparing Your Team and Your Business for 2025
With a wild election season behind us and the uncertainty around events on the immediate horizon, leaders of businesses and organizations large and small are understandably concerned about what’s coming and what’s changing as we head into 2025. Moving into this new season, smart leaders are preparing to face new challenges, keeping their heads cool…
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We Celebrate the International Day of Tolerance
tolerance [ tol-er-uhns ]Noun – a fair, respectful, and permissive attitude or policy toward people whose opinions, beliefs, practices, racial or ethnic origins, etc., differ from one’s own or from those of the majority; freedom from bigotry and from an insistence on conformity. Every year, on November 16, we celebrate the International Day of Tolerance. Established by…
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Celebrating the Game-Changing Power of Mentors
“A mentor is someone who allows you to see the hope inside yourself.” — Oprah Winfrey Anyone working to survive and thrive in today’s dynamic business environment will tell you; it’s more than a little challenging keeping up with the barrage of seismic changes and non-stop information that leaders deal with on a daily basis.…
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September is National Self-Care Awareness Month -Time to Relax & Reflect
“Me time is not selfish; it’s necessary.” – Regina Hicks Whether you call it “me time” or “self-care,” with the sharply rising level of stress and anxiety across all facets of our society, taking good care of oneself has moved onto the list of absolute necessities. September is National Self-Care Awareness Month, the perfect time…
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“Women’s Equality Day”
“Women and girls can do whatever they want. There is no limit to what we as women can accomplish.” — Michelle Obama As we celebrate Women’s Equality Day 2024, the above quote from our former first lady is more relevant and inspirational than ever. Women’s Equality Day, which is celebrated every year on August 26,…
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