Best Kristi Olson Podcasts (2024)

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GRACE IS SUFFCIENT: July 7, 2024 22:40

2d ago22:40

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In a world where we ridicule “losers,” demean failure, and look for the strong and successful, it is hard to remember that God specializes in weakness. Paul prays that a “thorn in his flesh” be taken from him because it makes him weak. God says, “My grace is sufficient for you. Power is made perfect in weakness.” God makes strong when we are weak. …

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How to hire your best employees, with Kristie Holmes 31:30

7d ago31:30

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For your business to grow, you need a recruitment strategy or recruitment process in place to get the right team in place. If you don’t find the people that can best fit your business needs, you might end up with higher turnover and lower productivity, making it harder to hit your goals. So what can you do to get it right? You can optimize your job…

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Episode 5: Mary Dougherty: Stop Saying "Vote With Your Fork" 32:01

8d ago32:01

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In this episode, we interview Mary Dougherty, a Bayfield resident near Lake Superior. Mary talks about how organizing in rural communities takes many deep conversations and finding common ground to bring people together. We discuss how Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFOs) affect the community and the environment. She explains how these fa…

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REACH OUT: JUNE 30, 2024 18:56

9d ago18:56

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Mark’s Gospel moves swiftly, yet pauses with purpose to show us profound moments of healing and faith. Today we encounter a desperate father pleading for his dying daughter, and a woman, shunned by society for twelve long years, reaching out for a miracle. Lamentations 3:22-33 | 2 Corinthians 8:7-15 | Mark 5:21-43…

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Workforce planning and job architecture for business growth, with Carol Fraser 41:16

13d ago41:16

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Workforce planning is a vital strategy for your growing business. It makes sure that you have the right people fill the right roles at the right time. But applying workforce planning concepts to your operations might be challenging, especially if it's something you've never had in your business before. So, what exactly is workforce planning? How do…

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Episode 4: Rodrigo Cala and Christine Neumann-Ortiz: Pitted Against Each Other 15:39

17d ago15:39

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In this episode, we discuss the impact of immigration on rural communities and the systemic issues that have led workers to leave their homes. We hear from Rodrigo Cala, an immigrant, farmer, and former farmworker, as he shares his experiences moving to a new country and the challenges faced by immigrant laborers. We also speak with Christine Neuma…

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WHY, LORD? - JUNE 23, 2024 22:44

16d ago22:44

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In this world full of suffering and pain, we often ask God, “Why?” Some even assert that if there is suffering in the world it is proof that God does not exist unless a compelling answer can be given. What if “Why” is the wrong question? The message of the Book of Job offers no answer to Job’s asking God why. Instead, God is present to Job. When we…

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How to achieve leadership alignment, with Andy Katzman 31:44

21d ago31:44

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In the world of successful businesses, effective leadership alignment is crucial. When a company succeeds, it's often because its leaders make sure that everyone in the company understands, agrees, and works together to achieve its goals - that their strategies match the overall vision and objectives. This alignment fuels growth and success. Howeve…

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Episode 3: Kristy Allen: Rebuilding our Local Food Systems 37:27

22d ago37:27

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In this episode, we talk with Kristy Allen, a beekeeper in Western Wisconsin. She sheds light on the impact of agricultural consolidation on bees, family farms, and rural communities. Kristy shares her firsthand experiences with beekeeping, including the challenges posed by land use, pesticides, and the need for diversity in forage. The conversatio…

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NEW CREATION: JUNE 16, 2024 19:10

25d ago19:10

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When confronted with the troubles of the world or the decline of our personal life we can long for something new, something that fixes things, solves our problems. We tend to look for the quick fix, the silver bullet, the latest and greatest advice. Scripture tells us that the reign of God doesn’t work that way. Mustard seeds, growing seed, sprigs …

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How to prevent check fraud, with Courtney Olson 29:52

28d ago29:52

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When your business becomes a victim of financial fraud, specifically check fraud, it can be a total nightmare. Not only will you lose money but you'll also lose time in trying to track it down, closing your account, and talking to your bank, lawyers, and the authorities. Depending on the size of the theft, it can affect your operations. You may not…

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Episode 2: Ed Gorell: It's the Health Insurance, Stupid 24:45

1M ago24:45

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In this episode, Ed Gorell, a lifelong farmer and member of Wisconsin Farmers Union's board, shares his insights into the transformation of farming in Wisconsin, particularly in the wake of trade agreements like NAFTA. He discusses how family farms and small agricultural operations have been increasingly overshadowed by large-scale industrial farmi…

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THE THIEF - JUNE 9, 2024 16:28

1M ago16:28

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I grew up in a church that had an enormous sanctuary. It was filled with stained-glass windows. There was plenty of real estate for depictions of stories from the Bible. Not one inch was dedicated to depicting Jesus as a thief. In the Gospel today, Jesus tells a story about binding a strong man and plundering the house. Is Jesus the strongman or th…

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How to avoid hiring mistakes, with Jamie Van Cuyk 34:50

1M ago34:50

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When hiring for a new position, it's crucial to get it right. Hiring mistakes can be costly and disruptive, affecting productivity, team morale, and your bottom line. Making the wrong choice can also mean wasted time, resources, and opportunities for your company to grow. But how do you avoid making hiring mistakes? What are the red flags to watch …

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Episode 1: Brittany Olson: The Ghost of Earl Butz 13:29

1M ago13:29

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Welcome to Season 2 of the Farmer-Labor Podcast! In this episode, host Zoe Sullivan will be speaking with Brittany Olson. Brittany is a fifth-generation dairy farmer from Barron County, Wisconsin. They discuss the challenges farmers face, including mental health struggles faced by farm youth, the impact of financial pressures and razor-thin profit …

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GIVE IT A REST: JUNE 2, 2024 25:51

1M ago25:51

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Keeping Sabbath is more than an outdated day off exemplified by the blue laws of a bygone age. The purpose of Sabbath is to rejoice and honor God’s creation and every creature. It is to proclaim freedom and assert that we are more than what we do, more than our accomplishments, more than economic cogs in the machinery. We are children of God! Jesus…

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Building better business relationships through appreciation marketing, with Curtis Lewsey 42:20

1M ago42:20

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One of the most creative and simple ways to grow a business is by taking the Appreciation Marketing approach. It’s a strategy that can help you strengthen your relationships with your customers by showing your appreciation and that you genuinely care about them. It's a common problem in many businesses. You might just be too busy to stop and take t…

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IN THE SHADOWS: MAY 26, 2024 15:40

1M ago15:40

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Nicodemus comes to Jesus in the middle of the night when the shadows are long and the places to hide are easy to find. Nicodemus is a Pharisee and coming to ask Jesus questions can be problematic for him. That fateful night Nicodemus brings all of his questions and seeks confirmation for what he already knows. If his story ended that night, he woul…

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Finding the right executive assistant, with Gina Cotner 40:54

2M ago40:54

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When your business grows, expect to get busy. But what happens when there is just too much on your plate? You might need an Executive Assistant (EA). It's a pivotal role within the organizational structure, providing crucial support to CEOs while helping steer the company toward success. So how do you go about hiring one? What do they do? Do you re…

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DRY BONES: MAY 19, 2024 21:12

2M ago21:12

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Ezekiel sees a valley full of bones that represent the people of God. Peter and the disciples see a world where God’s people are scattered, divided, and grieving the death of their Lord. Today, God’s people are a shrinking bunch, unsure of how to proceed in a world that thinks they are irrelevant. When we can’t imagine a way forward, the Spirit com…

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Driving growth with professionalized business operations, with Whitney Hahn 42:45

2M ago42:45

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If your small business is currently growing, it might be time to professionalize your operations. The tools and methods that worked when you started may no longer work for you now that you're expanding. Without upgrading your ways of working, your business can fail. Inefficient processes and disorganization can hold you back, allowing the competiti…

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ETERNAL LIFE: MAY 12, 2024 23:56

2M ago23:56

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Eternal life is not the same thing as the resurrection of the dead, nor is it simply this life extended past death. Eternal life is not something we earn or build from our efforts to get rich, successful, or busy. Eternal life always was, will always be, and is present right now. You just have to look at Jesus to see what is and trust that he has g…

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Overcoming challenges in managing business growth, with Bob Green 33:12

2M ago33:12

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Feeling the pressure as your business grows? As you expand, expect to face new hurdles: Your old framework might no longer be the right fit. You'll need to build an executive team while streamlining your processes becomes crucial. And what about succession planning? Who takes over the reins when you step back? And if that's not enough pressure, you…

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WAITING FOR THE SPIRIT: MAY 5, 2024 20:10

2M ago20:10

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We can spend a lot of time waiting for God to do something about the brokenness of our world and the challenges of life. The Book of Acts, however, says that it is not our impatient waiting on the Spirit to act that is the problem. The Spirit has preceded us and plowed the ground already. The Spirit impatiently anoints even as we argue about who is…

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WILD GOOSE CHASE: APRIL 28, 2024 15:07

2M ago15:07

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The ancient Celtic Christians named the Holy Spirit the Wild Goose. The Holy Spirit is wild and untamed. Our Acts reading today is about Philip’s encounter with the Holy Spirit and his Wild Goose Chase. Acts 8:26-40 | 1 John 4:7-21 | John 15:1-8By Pastor Travis Segar

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THE VOICE OF THE SHEPHERD: APRIL 21, 2024 17:38

3M ago17:38

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In Jesus’ day, there would be times when multiple shepherds would bring their flocks together. Whether by accident or on purpose, they would gather them in a paddock, an area that was walled off to keep the predators out of the flock. The sheep would mingle together and do all the things sheep do. Now that presents a problem for the shepherd. How d…

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Driving business growth through effective customer feedback, with Darlene Campagna 47:25

3M ago47:25

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Is your business missing out on valuable customer feedback? Without it, you won’t know what they want or even feel about your business. You’ll be operating in the dark, making decisions based on assumptions rather than data. If you’re also not taking the time to do any customer research, you won’t get to know their needs and pain points. This could…

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RESURRECTION RESISTANCE: APRIL 14, 2024 19:35

3M ago19:35

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The resurrection of Jesus reveals that God’s way is the way of life, light, love, peace, hope, and wholeness. Whenever these things break through the darkness of the world it is a moment of resurrection. Sadly, we don’t see it, nor do we often want to accept this eruption of new life. We are resistant to the resurrection.…

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How effective change management drives business success, with Ursula Jorch 34:03

3M ago34:03

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Change is part and parcel of running a growing business. But with change comes resistance, disrupting operations and creating hurdles that can strain your workload and more importantly, your finances. So what can you do to manage change effectively? Are there specific steps to take that will guarantee a smooth transition? And most importantly, how …

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RESURRECTING COMMUNITY 18:02

3M ago18:02

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We live in the age of the individual. We are a lonely, fragmented people often at each other’s throats. The resurrection of Jesus binds people together in love to stand against the individualism that makes everything about “me.” “Doubting” Thomas struggled in despair and doubt because he was not with the others when Jesus first appeared. The church…

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Overcoming employee performance issues, with Barbara Mason 30:12

3M ago30:12

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Struggling with poor performance in your business? Whether it's employees always running late, missing deadlines, or failing to meet expectations, it’s stressful and will eventually affect your bottom line. So, what's causing all the chaos? Is it a communication breakdown? Are there gaps in your onboarding processes? Or are your leaders not steppin…

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EASTER SUNDAY: UNSATISFACTORY ENDING 17:59

3M ago17:59

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The Gospel of Mark ends at chapter 16, verse 8 (other endings were added much later). It is an odd, perplexing end that leaves us with an empty tomb and three women who say nothing to anyone. Yet, maybe Mark was less concerned with what happened then and more concerned with what happens now. The resurrection means that God is loose in the world, un…

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GOOD FRIDAY 12:05

3M ago12:05

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By Pastor Tim Olson

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MAUNDY THURSDAY 16:00

3M ago16:00

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By Pastor Travis Segar

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Building an effective B2B sales process, with Liz Heiman 38:46

3M ago38:46

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When growing your B2B operations, having an effective sales process in place is key. It serves as a guide for you and your clients - from the initial interest stage until you finally close the deal. But in B2B operations your sales funnel is more complex. There are more decision-makers, longer sales cycles, and more barriers to sales such as compan…

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HOSANNA 16:36

4M ago16:36

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I grew up thinking that the word hosanna meant something triumphant. Knowing that it means something else entirely changes how I see Jesus' entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday. Mark 11:1-11By Pastor Travis Segar

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Transforming marketing spend into business growth, with Sean Doyle 35:06

4M ago35:06

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In tough times, many businesses feel the urge to cut back on marketing spending. But what's the potential downside? Your brand might start to fade away, missing chances to connect with customers and falling behind the competition. Marketing isn't just about letting the world know about your business. It's also a powerful tool to control your busine…

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MARCH 17, 2024: THE CROSS 22:31

4M ago22:31

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The cross is the chief symbol of our faith, a sign of the saving work of Christ. What does it mean “to be saved?” Some would say it is assent to beliefs. Others point to a religious experience. Those are not, however, works of Christ. They are things we do. In John’s gospel, Christ’s work on the cross is bigger than forgiving sins. It is to judge t…

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GUEST PREACHER FROM MOSAIC 13:41

4M ago13:41

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Pastor Twila Schock, Vice President for Church Relations and International Programming for Mosaic, one of our mission partners, is our guest preacher. Mosaic empowers people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their unique pursuit of happiness.By Pastor Twila Schock

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Exploring the Human Need for Connection | Mark Williams 1:22:30

4M ago1:22:30

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Mark Williams is a professor of cognitive neuroscience with over 25 years’ experience conducting behavioral and brain imaging research. He regularly runs programs on the neuroscience of learning, the neuroscience of emotions, how our brains create our reality, and the impact of modern technologies on our brains. His latest book "The Connected Speci…

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How to become a customer-centric business - and why it matters, with Chris Hood 39:23

4M ago39:23

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If you have a customer-centric business, it means your customers are at the heart of everything you do. And this is a good thing because happy customers equals a thriving business. But sadly, many small businesses struggle to make this happen beyond their team members on the front lines. And this is a problem since customer satisfaction is crucial …

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THE LION, THE TABLES, AND THE WARDROBE 16:14

4M ago16:14

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We often have an image in our head of what Jesus looks like and how Jesus should act. The Jesus of John’s gospel is not the safe, tame, domesticated Jesus of my childhood. A domesticated Jesus doesn’t have anything to say about how we live our lives and would never flip any tables. This Jesus is the undomesticated Jesus who isn’t afraid to flip the…

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GO YOUR OWN WAY 20:17

5M ago20:17

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It seems like from the moment we enter the world the effort to find and follow our own way is what we are about. Every toddler at some point says “I do it myself!” To take up one’s cross and follow Jesus however, means not going our own way but following in the way of Jesus. Peter finds that out today as Jesus says, “Get behind me, Satan.”…

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Fire Yourself First: Jeff Russell's guide to successfully growing your business 48:34

5M ago48:34

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Ever found yourself drowning in the tedium and mundane tasks of running a business, wondering if there's a way to escape and get your life back? What if we told you that, "Yes! there is a way!" And that it's absolutely possible to lead a fulfilled life while working fewer hours, whether you're managing one successful business or multiple ventures. …

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THE WORDS WE NEED TO HEAR 15:56

5M ago15:56

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In the swift narrative of Mark's Gospel, details may seem sparse, but depth and meaning abound. Baptized by John in the Jordan, Jesus hears the heavens tear open, affirming him as the beloved Son. Driven into the wilderness by the Spirit, Jesus faces real struggles. Mark, unlike Matthew and Luke, leaves the temptations ambiguous. Lent isn't about a…

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GLIMPSES OF GRACE 20:37

5M ago20:37

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There is more to the world than meets the eye. By faith, we see things that others cannot. We see people and the world differently than others might. The Feast of the Transfiguration tells us how God pulled back the curtain of heaven to reveal radiance, glory, and grace in Jesus Christ. We get a glimpse of grace and see as God sees. It happens all …

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The impact of HR investigations in small businesses, with Jill Avey 46:20

5M ago46:20

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Handling HR investigations can be a potential minefield for any business, especially those that are smaller but currently growing. It’s natural to feel overwhelmed when faced with employee complaints, wrongful termination claims, or accusations of workplace bullying and harassment. Yet these investigations matter because they can make or break your…

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The Keys to Creativity | Hilde Østby 1:10:30

6M ago1:10:30

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Do you want to be more creative? Learn how you can unlock your own natural powers of creativity as Norwegian author and journalist Hilde Østby discusses her latest book "The Key to Creativity: The Science Behind Ideas and How Daydreaming Can Change the World."**SUPPORT**Show your support for our community and help us create more outstanding content…

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Finding God 15:56

6M ago15:56

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The magi come from afar to seek the Christ child. They come seeking and find King Herod more worried about maintaining his power than seeking the newborn king. Herod doesn’t seek, the scribes and chief priests don’t seek either. It seems that God is determined to be found and it takes those who shouldn’t even be looking for the Christ child to find…

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In the Shadow of the Dark Cloud | Guillaume Pitron 1:04:00

7M ago1:04:00

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Have you ever wondered what happens when you hit the like button on Facebook or other social media apps? Come take a journey with us into the massive hidden infrastructure that supports all of our online activities. In this episode, journalist and documentary filmmaker Guillaume Pitron discusses his new book “The Dark Cloud: how the digital world i…

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