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✅ Today's Checklist: What to do when a coworker is gunning for you Writing hooks that actually stop the scroll Productivity hacks that prioritize depth, not busywork 8 compatibility questions to ask for dating
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What to Do When a Coworker's Gunning for You |
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Takeaways: When a coworker constantly tries to undermine you, whether it's subtle digs in meetings or unnecessary corrections, it can mess with your confidence and make work feel tense. It's a power play, and unfortunately, a common one. It's tempting to respond with passive-aggression or clap back in the moment. But that can escalate the tension and make you look reactive. A smarter move? Stay calm. Repeat their question to buy yourself a beat, skip past the jab, and respond with kindness. It keeps things professional, protects your peace, and shows them you're not taking the bait.
Watch the full IG reel here. |
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Managing People? These Are the Employment Laws You Can't Afford to Miss |
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One compliance misstep can drain budgets and morale—so let's get ahead of it.
Traliant's Employment Law Fundamentals Certificate Program gives people leaders the plain-English, up-to-date rules they need and awards SHRM & HRCI credits along the way.
Complete all four self-paced courses in about 2½ hours and walk away with a shareable certificate (and a calmer legal team).
The 4-course lineup: Interviewing & Hiring Lawfully: Ask better questions, avoid the EEOC nightmare. Wage & Hour Fundamentals: Apply FLSA, overtime, and exemption rules right the first time. Disability, Pregnancy & Religious Accommodations: Grant requests with empathy and iron-clad compliance. Family, Medical & Other Protected Leave (FMLA): Turn "life happens" moments into smooth, policy-backed decisions.
Ready to bullet-proof your managers?
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Hooks That Make People Stop Scrolling |
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Takeaways: Your first line is everything. If it doesn't hook, nothing else gets read, clicked, or shared. Go bold, go emotional, go specific. Hooks that tap into shared pain, polarizing tasks, or clear proof spark instant connection. Stats and questions boost credibility and engagement. Surprising data or reflective questions pull readers in and keep them engaged.
See the LinkedIn carousel. |
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Productivity Tools That Move the Needle |
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Takeaways: Ditch the never ending to-do list—schedule your work. Dr. Cal Newport's method of "fixed schedule productivity" is all about assigning tasks to time blocks so your day has structure, not overwhelm. Productivity looks different in different seasons. Dr. Andrew Huberman reminds us that even with challenges like insomnia or raising kids, you can still be productive by leveraging short, focused windows of time. Deep work wins in the long run. Both experts agree: deep, uninterrupted work is non-negotiable. Whether it's 60 minutes a day or thinking on the scale of decades, the key is consistency and clarity over chaos.
Watch the YouTube video. |
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Smarter Scheduling Starts Here |
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Managing team schedules shouldn't feel like solving a Rubik's cube blindfolded.
If you're juggling time-off requests, late shift swaps, and team burnout, these tips can help: Create shift templates to streamline recurring schedules Use a centralized tool so everyone sees updates in real time Forecast coverage gaps based on time-off trends and seasonality Empower team members to claim, trade, or drop shifts (with guardrails)
Two tools that make all this way easier:
When I Work – Perfect for hourly teams and frontline managers. Includes automated scheduling, real-time shift updates, and built-in team messaging. Tip: Use their auto-scheduling feature to fill shifts in seconds.
Homebase – Best for small biz leaders. Combines scheduling, time clocks, hiring, and payroll under one roof. Tip: Use their labor cost forecasting to stay on budget while building shifts.
Make your next schedule smarter, faster, and finally drama-free. |
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8 Questions to Test Long-Term Compatibility |
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Takeaways: Align on lifestyle, values, and big-picture goals. Do they see themselves in a bustling city, quiet suburbs, or living abroad? Do they want kids? What personal dreams are they chasing? Clarify emotional expectations. What does loyalty mean to them? Just physical boundaries, or emotional ones too? Would they be okay grabbing coffee with an ex, or is that off-limits? And how much solo time do they need to feel like themselves? Talk about day-to-day values. Would they rather merge finances or keep things separate? Do they see themselves working 70-hour weeks to build a company, or prioritizing a slower life focused on family and wellness? These answers shape the rhythm of your future life together.
See all 8 questions on IG. |
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