Updated November 2025 If you are a manager, a parent, or any human dealing with other humans for that matter, you know that communication is key to improving relationships, getting things done, and solving problems. It’s not what you say, but how you say it. The right phrasing can shift mindsets and change the course […]
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Like a runaway train, computer technology hit us hard and fast — and there’s no slowing it down. Screen time is slowly damaging us in ways we may not fully understand for another generation, when scientists can finally measure long-term effects. How many hours are workers spending adjusting to the latest “new and improved” software […]
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Trust is the foundation of every relationship. In families, it flows naturally. At work, it’s earned — and often unevenly. In today’s workplace, teams can’t build trust through a single picnic or quarterly meeting. It takes shared experience and genuine connection. At Venture Up, we’ve seen that diversity of thought — not just background — […]
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When kids are bullied at school, school officials can step in and in recent years the government has finally taken steps to prevent it in the first place. But what about you? What if it’s happening in your workplace? Are your co-workers confident to report the abuse? Do they fear their complaint will be dismissed […]
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On vacation for July 4? Doesn’t matter. Chances are you’re not working too hard anyway. There’s no stopping the lazy days of summer from seeping into the workplace. Since you’re already slacking, here’s a quick look at what’s behind America’s favorite summer day off: 1. Fake news? Well, kinda. John Trumbull’s 1818 oil painting is […]
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How to Spot High Character in a Job Interview If character is revealed by what you do—not by what you say—how can HR managers truly find someone of high character, a self-starter, a team player, proactive in solving problems? Job ads are filled with those buzzwords, but how can you really know if an applicant […]
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If you are in the process of raising kids, you are well aware that your advice means little because, simply, you lack credibility. Yet if a favorite teacher, a coach or their best friend’s mom say the same thing, the wisdom is absorbed and retained until their next favorite influencer comes along. Human resources […]
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If you are a new leader or manager, your team automatically looks up to you and seeks your advice and direction. That’s a double-edged sword. The door of respect is open, but that door can close if you make a wrong move. If you ignore your mistake, deflect or blame someone else, the door can […]
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When teams get the chance to interact and have fun through activities seemingly unrelated to work, leaders reap unexpected rewards — stronger team chemistry, boosted morale, and genuine employee engagement. Effective team building programs span everything from simple trust-building activities to full-on corporate campouts — all on company time. That last part matters. It tells […]
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