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Don’t Sign That Offer Letter Yet By VICKY BROWN Listen to this episode on Amazon | Apple | Pandora | Stitcher Hiring your first employee is an exciting step — but one wrong sentence in your

When Your Gut Isn’t Enough By VICKY BROWN Listen to this episode on Amazon | Apple | Pandora | Stitcher Trusting your gut is part of what got you this far. It’s what helped you launch

The Dangers of Using AI as Your HR By VICKY BROWN Listen to this episode on Amazon | Apple | Pandora | Stitcher As AI tools become more sophisticated and widely available, many entrepreneurs and small

Passion is Good. Emotion is Not. By VICKY BROWN Listen to this episode on Amazon | Apple | Pandora | Stitcher You know, passion and emotion might seem like the same thing — but in leadership,

The Truth About Unemployment Eligibility in California By VICKY BROWN Listen to this episode on Amazon | Apple | Pandora | Stitcher Unemployment benefits are one of the most misunderstood aspects of managing people in California

DEI – The New Quicksand By VICKY BROWN Listen to this episode on Amazon | Apple | Pandora | Stitcher The push for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) has been a powerful force in reshaping today’s

How to Create a Growth Plan for Every Employee By VICKY BROWN Listen to this episode on Amazon | Apple | Pandora | Stitcher Why Small Businesses Need Employee Growth Plans Growth plans aren’t just for

Stop Trying to be Everyone’s Friend By VICKY BROWN Listen to this episode on Amazon | Apple | Pandora | Stitcher The Friendship Trap: Why New Managers Struggle with Boundaries One of the biggest challenges new

Tips for Correctly Classifying Employees By VICKY BROWN Listen to this episode on Amazon | Apple | Pandora | Stitcher As a small business owner, few mistakes can be as financially devastating as misclassifying your employees.

Tips For Dealing With Work Authorization And ICE By VICKY BROWN Listen to this episode on Amazon | Apple | Pandora | Stitcher The Reality of I-9 Compliance for Small Business Owners Let’s talk about a

Managing a Team Member You Don’t Like By VICKY BROWN Listen to this episode on Amazon | Apple | Pandora | Stitcher As a leader, you’ve likely encountered that one team member who just rubs you

When Your Superstars Ignore Policies, Do This By VICKY BROWN Listen to this episode on Amazon | Apple | Pandora | Stitcher We’ve all been there. You have this amazing employee who consistently knocks it out

Manage a Difficult Employee Without Losing Your Cool By VICKY BROWN Listen to this episode on Amazon | Apple | Pandora | Stitcher Running a business is hard enough without dealing with team drama. When you

The Power of Self-Awareness in Leadership By VICKY BROWN Listen to this episode on Amazon | Apple | Pandora | Stitcher Your Brain’s Built-in Leadership Tool Here’s something cool – there’s actually a part of your

How to Manage HR When You’re Wearing 10 Other Hats By VICKY BROWN Listen to this episode on Amazon | Apple | Pandora | Stitcher Managing HR When You’re Wearing 10 Other Hats: A Guide for