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Goal Setting and Self-Development Planning for Your Career - 2024

The start of the New Year is a great time to look at your own development plan and goals! As a lifelong learner, professional in the Learning and coaching fields, and an entrepreneur, I have found it to be critical to invest both time and money into my continued development and learning. When it comes to keeping engaged and your skills sharp, finding ways to think about what and how you want to learn next is important.  Each New Year's Day I write myself a personal development plan.   

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Fostering Open DEI Dialogue: 6 Tips for Creating Safe Spaces for Workplace Discussions

In today's dynamic work landscape, open dialogue is the cornerstone of innovation, collaboration, and inclusivity. As organizational leaders, your role in creating safe spaces for workplace discussions is pivotal. Whether it's addressing DEI matters, strategic planning, or team dynamics, a safe environment empowers employees to share their insights, concerns, and perspectives freely. Here are essential tips to cultivate an environment where meaningful discussions thrive.

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8 Benefits of Partnering with a DEI Facilitator: Demystifying the Role of DEI Facilitators: A Guide for CHROs, CEOs, and ERG Leaders

Unlock the transformative power of DEI facilitators! Explore the essential guide for CHROs, CEOs, and ERG leaders on fostering inclusivity and driving meaningful change. Discover how DEI facilitators bridge perspectives, create safe spaces, and steer conversations for actionable outcomes. Partner with them to nurture an equitable workplace culture.

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5 Tips for Fostering Inclusion: A Guide for HR and Executive Leaders in Supporting LGBTQ+ Employees

Elevate your workplace inclusivity with these vital tips for HR and executive leaders. Explore strategies to empower LGBTQ+ employees, from cultivating an inclusive culture to offering comprehensive benefits and supporting employee resource groups. Drive innovation and success through diversity and inclusion. Start your journey now.

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2024 Technology and Systems for Small Businesses: Being Efficient

Through conversations with my SCORE mentors, a spreadsheet was created showing the current-state and future-state of the systems. This analysis also included the frequency of use. This spreadsheet helped to quantify the amount of time devoted to each task and system. From these insights, I identified ways to use certain systems for multiple tasks and streamline processes. It's often helpful to take a look at what we're spending our time doing as entrepreneurs, and what we may be able to delegate or eliminate.

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Minimalist Ultralight Travel Guide for Business Entrepreneurs - 2024

Minimalist Ultralight Travel as a Business Entrepreneur
With travel beginning to return since the COVID-19 pandemic I have added N-95 masks and travel size hand sanitizer to my packing list! I now have clients in 16 US states and 6 countries I often need to travel. I like to keep things as simple and minimal as possible, especially when I'm flying on an airplane.

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Leadership Coaching Process

Sarah Scala Consulting is an internationally certified executive coach and confidential partner, helping to meet challenges in new ways. Leadership gaps or blind spots sometimes lead to burnout and hinder effective leadership. Coaching helps executives and leaders strengthen self-awareness, interpersonal skills, and business savviness. The client sets the agenda in this partnership and is responsible for the outcomes. 

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2023 Technology and Systems for Small Businesses: Being Efficient

Through conversations with my SCORE mentors, a spreadsheet was created showing the current-state and future-state of the systems. This analysis also included the frequency of use. This spreadsheet helped to quantify the amount of time devoted to each task and system. From these insights, I identified ways to use certain systems for multiple tasks and streamline processes. It's often helpful to take a look at what we're spending our time doing as entrepreneurs, and what we may be able to delegate or eliminate.

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