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Building Productive and Supportive Habits and Routines: Changing How You Do Things

Explore the crucial steps in building habits that work for you, from identifying goals to incorporating new habits into existing routines. Learn the powerful technique of habit stacking, leveraging established behaviors for easier adoption of positive changes. Gain insights into celebrating small wins, the key to staying motivated and achieving long-term success in your habit-building journey.

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Tech Tip — MyNetDiary

Self-care and your overall health have to be a priority for every leader. If you’re not taking good care of yourself, you’ll be less able to support others. What you eat, when you eat, and how much you eat all factor into your overall well-being. This month’s tech tip is a review of the app MyNetDiary for food tracking.

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5 Tools You Need For A Successful New Year Ahead

Gear up for a successful year ahead in retail leadership! This article shares practical insights on strategic planning, from yearly calendars to personal development. Ready to make the most of the coming year? This has some actionable tips and resources to help get you started. #RetailLeadership #StrategicPlanning #SuccessAhead #leadership #planning #leader #growth #development

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A History of Black Friday in Retail

Ever wonder about the backstory of Black Friday and how we've landed where we are today. I did a little research and figured I would share some details from the past as well as some personal experiences from my many years in retail and serving and supporting Black Friday. #blackfriday #retail #sales #overload

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Happy Thanksgiving 2023

Happy Thanksgiving! I hope everyone gets the opportunity to spend time with friends and family.

I am certainly grateful for many things this year and continue to be grateful for my LinkedIn friends and colleagues and the community we share. #grateful #thanksgiving #retailers #joy #gratitude

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Have You Started Your Planning For Next Year Yet? Now is the Time to Get Ahead of That.

2024 is not far away, believe it or not. Have you started your planning process for the new year? Now is the time before the craziness of the holidays, and life takes up all the time. It will be January before you know it; getting ahead now can help set you up for a great year ahead. #planning #newyear #2024 #leadership #organized #lead #calendar

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Create Quick Energy With These 5 Things

Struggling to find that spark of motivation? Discover five quick ways to recharge your energy and productivity in this article. Whether it's setting short-term goals, applying the two-minute rule, practicing gratitude, collaborating with a partner, or hosting a brainstorming session, these strategies work for everyone. Boost your energy and make things happen today!

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Leading Through Conflict: Transforming Challenges into Positive Change

Conflict isn't always negative—it's a catalyst for change and growth. As leaders, how we navigate conflict influences outcomes and drives innovation. This article covers various conflict types and effective strategies for leading through them. Embrace change, and drive progress!

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