“Start the retention process when the person is still open to staying and not after they’ve already told you they’re leaving.” Jeff Weiner As the economy rides its rollercoaster and new technologies appear out of nowhere, I’ve witnessed demand shifts for the hiring of...

“A boat doesn’t go forward if each person is rowing their own way.” Swahili Proverb In one of my small businesses the other day, I teamed up two people. Their roles are different – one an office manager, the other a salesperson. They will depend on each other though,...

“I love meeting new people; I think everyone has a story to tell. We should all listen sometimes.” Kim Smith I attended an event recently where I knew I would meet many new people. It was one of those events which had booths where businesses were selling their...

“I hope I shall possess firmness and virtue enough to maintain what I consider the most enviable of all titles, the character of an honest man.” George Washington Presence is a fundamentally important leadership characteristic rarely considered, formally anyway, when...

We’re excited to invite you to be part of the 2026 Women Veterans Alliance Mother’s Day Gift Guide. This annual guide is all about celebrating women veteran-owned businesses and making it easy for our community to support and shop from one another during the Mother’s...

"It was impossible to get a conversation going, everybody was talking too much.” Yogi Berra Chatty Cathy was a doll sold by Mattel Toys in the early 1960s. It had a pull string and it would utter a variety of phrases. Its popularity led to several other versions of...

“In the Shadows: Essays on Seeing” In the Shadows explores what it is to truly see and find beauty, healing, and meaning in life. Colorado Springs, Colo. - Tactical 16 Publishing announced today the signing of Troy Allan for In the Shadows: Essays on Seeing. This...

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Women Veterans Giving is seeking a Volunteer Director to guide our next chapter. Women Veterans Giving has been built and led by a dedicated team of volunteers who believe in empowering and elevating women veterans. Our founder Melissa A. Washington will be...

My Coast Guard Option pulls readers into the heart of the Coast Guard experience—covering lifesaving rescues, the 9/11 attacks, environmental crises, and a hurricane that forever changed the lives of so many. “During my career, I developed what I call the ‘Coast Guard...

My Coast Guard Option pulls readers into the heart of the Coast Guard experience—covering lifesaving rescues, the 9/11 attacks, environmental crises, and a hurricane that forever changed the lives of so many. “During my career, I developed what I call the ‘Coast...

Annual Champions of Freedom Awards Dinner: Distinguished Speaker We are deeply honored to have Captain Brad Lentsch join us as our keynote speaker. Captain Lentsch is a decorated combat veteran, actively serving in the U.S. military, and an A-10 pilot whose...

TRANSITION CIRCLES – FINANCIAL READINESS SERIES STARTS 3 FEB 2026 This Financial Readiness series focuses on markets, investing, decision-making, and long-term wealth strategy, led by senior professionals from Edward Jones, JP Morgan, Capital Group, Hartford Funds,...

We wish each of you a peaceful holiday season and a hopeful New Year! Starting January 1, 2026, you can reach WRAP, Inc. staff at the following emails and phone numbers: WRAP, Inc. WRAP main number: 508-892-5269 Orders: books@wellnessrecoveryactionplan.com...