Episode 28: The Fall is (ALMOST) Here - Time to Focus on What Matters 

(Recorded 9-11-25)It's that time of year. 📅 The slower speed of summer ⛱️ is in the rear view and the pace is amped up in our lives and in our workplaces. With that elevated energy comes heightened expectations and renewed focus. 📈 End-of-year responsibilities and goals are looming, so it's time to grind! And, as leaders and those who set the tone, grind we shall!Even as this time of year mandates this restored focus, we cannot, simply CANNOT, forget what matters. This week's video shares a story of what this time of year means to me and why, even in the midst of stress and strain, it always causes me to pause, to reflect and to reaffirm what is important. Leaders have to lead! Let's make sure our people understand, even in the midst of weight and worry, not to lose perspective and to do those small things that can make a massive differences for them and for others. 1️⃣ Live in the moment and enjoy your people 👩‍👩‍👧‍👧 and experiences (IRL) 2️⃣ Express gratitude (even when the person does what is expected) 🙏 3️⃣ Pay it forward to the person "behind you" 🎁 4️⃣ Say "I love you" 💌 5️⃣ Be brave and seek help in those moments of overwhelm 💔 As always friends, thank you so much for watching, for commenting and for sharing!Duane Morris LLP Duane Morris Institute______________________________________________________Michael S. Cohen is a partner in Duane Morris’ Employment, Labor, Benefits and Immigration Practice Group. He concentrates his practice in the areas of employment law training and counseling. Michael is a nationally-recognized thought leader on workplace culture and human resources issues. He has trained and counseled employers throughout the country and regularly conducts more than 200 trainings each year.Michael Cohen (215) [email protected]://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelscohen12https://www.duanemorris.com/attorneys/michaelscohen.htmlPronouns: he/him