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A significant majority of executives in the United States recognizethe importance of team building in fostering a strong organizational culture.According to Deloitte, 94% of executives and 88% of employees consider adistinctive workplace culture important for business success. This datasuggests broad agreement on the value of team-building activities in promotinga positive and productive work environment.

Kelly Meerbott, PCC, CBTI, ...

Effective leadership is the ability to guide, inspire, andinfluence a group or organization toward achieving common goals. It involvesmore than just managing tasks; it requires setting a clear vision, fostering apositive and productive environment, and empowering individuals to contributetheir best. Effective leaders are not merely bosses; they are also motivators,mentors, and strategic thinkers.

A significant majority of executiv...

Addressing Screen Addiction: A Path to Regaining Control

If you are concerned about teenagers spending excessive timeon digital devices, you are not alone. A substantial number of American youth,particularly teenagers, exceed recommended screen time limits. Studies indicatethat a significant percentage of teens spend over four hours per day onscreens, with some reports suggesting nearly half experience more than eighthours of daily ...

A significant portion of American men are concerned aboutretirement, with some even fearing it more than death. Specifically, 44% of mensurveyed express greater fear of retirement than of death, according to YahooFinance. This apprehension is not limited to financial concerns; many men alsoworry about potential boredom and loss of purpose in retirement, as reported byNasdaq. Additionally, a large percentage of working Americans, in...

The security of home ownership provides the stability of reassuranceand comfort.  However, in 2025, Ontariois facing a significant homelessness crisis, with estimates suggesting manypeople are experiencing homelessness. Specifically, there are estimatesof 80,000 to 234,000 Ontarians experiencinghomelessness. Without significant intervention, homelessness could doubleor even triple in the coming years. 

While specific percentage figu...

The commitment to consistency leads to prosperity in business.  It's an indicator your business has a purposeand direction of importance and clarity.

In 2025, 68% of organizations report that brandconsistency has contributed at least 10% to their revenue growth. 82% oforganizations use templates to ensure brand consistency, with 37% using themfor design and creative teams, and 16% across all teams, according to a Capital One Sh...

Has civility and empathy been eroded from American politicstoday? With so many people taking divided and fractured stands when it comes tothe state of the government. Well, if you take a deeper dive into the numbers,they will tell a compelling and interesting story. According to Gallup News, Arecord-high 80% of U.S. adults believe Americans are greatly divided on themost important values, while 18% believe the country is united. Th...

According to the Centers forDisease Control and Prevention, more than 1 in 4 adults (28.7percent) in the United States, or 70 million people, have some type ofdisability. 12.2 percent of U.S. adults have a mobility disability, whichincludes serious difficulty walking or climbing stairs. Devon Wieters is acollege graduate, writer, and podcaster who just happens to have cerebralpalsy. She is passionate about creating a better world f...

Mental health is a crucial aspectof cognitive and emotional stability, enabling individuals to navigate theworld with clarity and awareness.

National Mental Health AwarenessMonth, observed in May, seeks to increase understanding of mental healthissues, reduce stigma, and promote awareness of mental health conditions. Thismonth presents an opportunity to educate the general populace regarding mentalhealth, dismantle obstacles to see...

Consumer confidence serves as a vital statistical measurethat reflects how consumers feel about both current and anticipated economicconditions. It acts as a key indicator of the overall health of the economy.Recent data has shown a troubling decline in consumer confidence, a trend thatcould have significant ramifications for entrepreneurs.

In April, the Conference Board’s Consumer Confidence Indexplummeted to its lowest level in ...

The U.S. construction industry plays a vital role in theAmerican economy, contributing approximately 4.5% to the GDP. It employs about8.2 million people and generates roughly $2.2 trillion in constructionannually. As a leading economic indicator, the industry often signals changesin the overall economic landscape, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

I’m Zach Friedensohn, and I am not your typical generalcontractor. Since 2...

The U.S. Department of Education allocates funds to states,which then distribute the money to local school districts. These districts mustjustify their actions to state authorities to receive funding.

This funding impacts resources and training for specialeducation teachers. Last year, 70% of public schools reported vacancies in thisarea, with half of the teachers leaving within five years, according to PBS NewsHour.

Dr. Diana Fanno...

According to the National Center for Education Statistics, in2022–23, the number of students ages 3–21 who received special education and/orrelated services under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)was 7.5 million, or the equivalent of 15 percent of all public school students.Among students receiving special education and/or related services, the mostcommon category of disability was specific learning disabilitie...

Many American entrepreneurs report a better work-lifebalance compared to traditional employment, although nearly half still find itdifficult to disconnect, and 82% have lost sleep due to work concerns,according to Adobe.

After coaching over 10,000 individuals over two decades,Andrew Poles has found it possible to build a successful business withoutcompromising one's personal life. He collaborates with first-time founders toreali...

According to Forbes, for 80% of people, happiness continues to rise with income past $75,000. However, for a minority who are unhappy, their unhappiness decreases as they make more money — but only up to about $100,000 (approximately the same as $75,000 adjusted for inflation).

Dr. Travis Parry is the author of "Achieving Balance" and "Marry and Grow Rich".

He has earned a master's degree in psychology and a PhD in Family Relations...

Intrinsic motivation thrives when individuals feel a senseof authority over their roles and responsibilities. By granting employeesownership of outcomes and the authority to make decisions that affect theirwork, organizations empower them to take initiative, innovate, and take pridein their contributions.

According to the Institute for Health and ProductivityStudies at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, increasingempl...

Trust in various institutions is declining, making itincreasingly valuable in business. The fourth trust survey released byPricewaterhouseCoopers highlights the significance and opportunity of trustamong business executives, consumers, and employees. Among respondents, 95% ofbusiness executives agree that organizations have a responsibility to buildtrust, an increase from 92% in 2023. The numbers for consumers and employeesare also...

Self-limiting beliefs are negative thoughts or beliefs aboutyourself, your abilities, or the world around you. These beliefs ultimatelyprevent you from reaching your full potential. According to Ipsos, four in ten(40%) of Canadians agree (11% strongly, 29% somewhat) that they lack confidencein social situations, leading many to go to great lengths to avoid them.Unfortunately, nearly 85% of Americans struggle with low self-esteem, a...

Messaging from patients to primary care physicians accountedfor 85 percent of all secure messages sent. The volume of messages received byeach physician varied significantly. The median number of messages a primarycare physician received annually was 197, with an interquartile range of 55 to521, as reported by the National Institutes of Health.

Jake Sucoff is an entrepreneur, marketer, and four-time bestman. He is the founder and C...