How Do You Approach Difficult Conversations With Staff?

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How you approach difficult conversations with your staff is important.  While they can be an opportunity for growth and improvement for both you and the person you’re having the conversation with, they’ll also set the tone for the future of communication within your company.  Whether addressing negative comments, giving constructive feedback or tackling another issue,…

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What are the five steps to having difficult conversations at work?

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Five Steps to Having Difficult Conversations at Work So you need to have a difficult conversation…now what?  Difficult conversations are inevitable if we want to keep the atmosphere palatable and productive in the workplace.  Ignoring issues or failing to address difficult situations by avoiding conversations altogether may have effects that bleed into your entire business…

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How Do Managers Train to Have Difficult Conversations?

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As a manager, you’ll likely encounter a number of situations with which you’ll need to have a difficult conversation.  A few examples of difficult conversations with employees might be providing feedback following an incident, discussing poor performance or tardiness, or even conflict resolution within your team.  Regardless of the reason, you’ll want to be prepared…

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The Vanishing Workforce. The Causes and The Cures.

Feel like it’s been unusually hard to hire lately – like, for the past few years? It’s not your imagination. U.S. employers are dealing with an unprecedented labor shortage. According to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, if every unemployed person in the country got hired tomorrow, there would still be about 4 million open jobs.…

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Missouri Marijuana Legalization and Employers

CAN WORKERS GET HIGH? WHAT MISSOURI’S NEW MARIJUANA LAW PROTECTS (AND WHAT IT DOESN’T)  A 2022 amendment to the Missouri constitution changes how employers can treat users of medical marijuana. While the new law does forbid some employment actions, it’s not a free pass for workers to use cannabis whenever they want. Here’s a rundown…

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St. Louis Businesswomen Live & Leave a Legacy

Since the days of the bustling river trade, St. Louis has been known as a place of opportunity for businesses of all types. But St. Louis is much more than its rich history. With world-class venues, nationally renowned sports teams, and affordable real estate options all in a central location, it’s no wonder this region…

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How to Prepare for an Accounting Interview

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According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics employment of accountants and auditors is projected to grow 6 percent from 2021 to 2031, with about 136,400 openings for accountants and auditors projected each year, on average, over the decade. Whether you are looking for your first job in accounting or seeking a new position in…

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Gender Pay Gap Solutions

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Businesses in many industries and of all sizes are concerned about the equality within their workforce. As a business owner, you are probably well aware of the issues around pay equality between men and women called the gender pay gap. Generally, across the globe, women are paid less than men. According to the U.S. Government…

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20 Questions With Karen

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PEG’s President & Owner, Karen Spann, is a change agent who loves working with top performers. In an industry where most try to move people out of fear, Karen likes to create change through positivity and seeing the best in everyone. She’s a glass-half-full gal who thrives around open-minded, flexible people who share her values…

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25 Dos and Don’ts for Crafting the Perfect Resume

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Are you in the process of putting together or updating your resume? If so, you’re probably feeling a little overwhelmed with all the conflicting advice out there on what to include and what to leave out. Don’t worry; PEG has you covered. Below are some tried-and-true dos and don’ts for crafting the perfect resume. From…

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