Leading By Example

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A Champ for CHAMP Many businesses these days are looking for ways to give back but it’s safe to say that not as many have the drive to motivate their team to do the same.  PEG Staffing and Recruiting not only involves their team in their philanthropic endeavors but encourages them to get involved and…

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Is It OK to Take a Break After Being Laid Off?

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Following a layoff, you may be wondering how you can use this time wisely.  While part of you might want to jump back into finding that next job, another part of you might be looking for ways to enjoy the break.  The decision isn’t as complicated as you think.  Why?  Because the only person who…

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A Company-Wide Approach to Giving Back

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For President and Owner of PEG Staffing and Recruiting, Karen Spann, giving back is an important part of her business model.  On both a personal and professional level, she strives to make a difference in the lives of those around her, making sure she offers this same opportunity to her entire team at PEG.   She…

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Choosing Gratitude in a Time of Uncertainty

At a time when the world around us seems to be falling apart, There is something we can do and it’s love with all our heart. When you get to the moments and life seems so tough, It’s important to remember that who you are is enough. There’s good and there’s bad inside every single…

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Don’t Worry, Be Happy

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What is there to be grateful for? You’ve heard the song.  Maybe the tune is even playing in your head now after reading the title of this blog.  But have you ever really thought about those four words and wondered, how do we do it?  Especially on those days that it seems like everything that…

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What are good questions for difficult conversations?

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If you’re trying to figure out where to start, how to start and how to stay on topic in a difficult conversation, you’ve come to the right place.  At work, difficult conversation topics that are sensitive in nature will need to be handled with even more care.  Whether you’re discussing poor performance, a negative review…

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What are the four stages of complex conversations?

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Why do I struggle to have difficult conversations? If you’re asking yourself why you are struggling to have difficult conversations at work, the answer might be as simple as the relationship is already strained, lack of confidence in your communication skills, or even a fear of conflict.  It’s important to remember that the discomfort you…

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What are three techniques for approaching difficult conversations?

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Difficult conversations are a necessary part of both our personal and professional lives.  If you’re unsure of how to approach them, this article is for you.  Addressing negative comments, bringing clarity to a misunderstanding, and sharing constructive criticism are just a few examples of difficult conversations that you might encounter at home or the office. …

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What Are the 3 Types of Difficult Conversations?

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In order to learn how to navigate difficult conversations, it’s important to understand the different types.  Here are three types of difficult conversations and examples of each.   Factual: The conversation is based on facts, specific events, numbers or anything that may be measurable.  For some, this type of conversation might be easiest to tackle since…

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