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by Sherri Edwards · Published October 1, 2022 · Last modified August 29, 2022
Sometimes things happen for a reason. One thing became incredibly clear. I needed to call my own shots. By the time I made the decision to start my own business in 1997, I had...
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by Sherri Edwards · Published September 1, 2022 · Last modified August 9, 2022
The staffing industry was extremely chaotic and intense. When I stepped in, I quickly determined that much of the chaos stemmed from the absence of processes for handling new requests and following up with...
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by Sherri Edwards · Published August 1, 2022 · Last modified August 10, 2022
Going into the 90’s, I ran staffing and recruiting businesses. Our staffing services supported fluctuating demands across many industries, while our recruiting efforts also addressed administrative and managerial roles in our client companies. Within...
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by Sherri Edwards · Published July 1, 2022 · Last modified June 30, 2022
As I enter into my 25th year as a business owner, I reflect back on they path that led me to this decision and know there would be little I’d change. My goal wasn’t...
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by Sherri Edwards · Published June 1, 2022 · Last modified May 23, 2022
If your mental health is in jeopardy, resigning from a toxic job is one option to consider. However, being without income or medical insurance while you figure out what to do next can create...
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by Sherri Edwards · Published May 1, 2022 · Last modified April 29, 2022
It may be naivety on my part, but there are some things that still surprise me. One thing in particular is when people ask for “interview tips” the night before an interview. Another is...
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by Sherri Edwards · Published April 1, 2022 · Last modified April 26, 2022
To many, networking is an extracurricular activity to pursue “when there is time”. Or, it’s an activity you engage in when you were between jobs. It took a while, but somewhere along the line...
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by Sherri Edwards · Published March 1, 2022 · Last modified April 1, 2022
A feeling of déjà vu came over me during a debate about the merits of working in an office vs working from home. Although the issue is front and center today, it really isn’t...
Too often our intentions are greater than our actions. But good intentions won’t get you anywhere if you don’t have a plan. Ideas may stay in your head or be the focus of some...
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by Sherri Edwards · Published January 1, 2022 · Last modified January 6, 2022
The beginning of a new year may prompt you to reflect on the results of the past year and evaluate your circumstances. This year, news about the “Great Resignation” may have already sparked a...
