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2/8/26 - When Leaders Change, Teams Get Confused

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2/1/26 - After the Conversation Comes Clarity: Why Expectations Matter More Than Motivation

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1/25/26 - The Conversation You’re Avoiding Is Probably the One You Need to Have

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1/18/26 - Documentation Feels Awkward—Until You Need It

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1/11/26 - January Slumps Are Normal. Mishandling Them Isn’t.

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1/4/26 - Performance Reviews Often Feel Awkward in Small Businesses. Here’s How to Make Them Useful

Performance reviews don’t need to feel formal or uncomfortable to be effective. When done well, they create clarity, trust, and alignment — not anxiety.

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12/28/25 - Unclear Job Expectations Are One of the Quietest Drivers of Turnover

Unclear job expectations rarely cause immediate conflict — but over time, they quietly drive frustration, disengagement, and turnover. As the year closes, clarity matters more than ever.

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Weekly practical guidance for small business owners and leaders to manage people confidently, navigate real-world challenges, and build stronger teams.

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12/21/25 - How to Use January as a Reset — Not a Reckoning

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12/15/25 - Holiday Decisions Have Long-Term Consequences

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