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Fully Stocked KitchenGymPool TableChildren PermittedPets PermittedLiberal Flex TimeiPhone, IPad, Macbook Pro, iPad (home and work) issued to all employeesUnlimited phone and internet plan for personal useExcellent financial compensation, benefits, and educational incentives Employees treated as partnersSafety First Protocols24/7 Onsite Armed SecurityYou want it, need it, go get it, we pay for it - Our business approachWe do not tolerate theft, fraud, lying, breach of confidentiality, or pot-stirring.   Stop posting 'woke' stuff on LinkedIn as a high schoolerMicrosoft is shutting down LinkedIn in China as a result of the "challenges" of complying with Beijing's censorship rules, and will in its place launch a new site that won't allow users to share posts.If You Use LinkedIn, This Is the Dark Side of the PlatformIs LinkedIn a Waste of Time?In an 8-Hour Day, the Average Worker Is Productive for This Many HoursReading news websites--1 hour, 5 minutesChecking social media--44 minutesDiscussing non-work-related things with co-workers--40 minutesSearching for new jobs--26 minutesTaking smoke breaks--23 minutesMaking calls to partners or friends--18 minutesMaking hot drinks--17 minutesTexting or instant messaging--14 minutesEating snacks--8 minutesMaking food in office--7 minutesHow Much Work Are You Really Supposed to Do at Work? In a 2016 U.K. survey, 1,989 full-time office workers reported working an average of 2 hours and 53 minutes per day.Could some who consider their employer toxic, actually consumed by playing games.  When the games stop, the worker cries foul?HERE’S HOW MANY HOURS WORKERS ARE ACTUALLY PRODUCTIVE (AND WHAT THEY’RE DOING INSTEAD)We surveyed 1,000 hard working (or hardly working..) workers. The results? During an 8 hour workday, the average worker only spends 4 hours and 12 minutes actively working. Warning About The Woke WorkplaceHow To Be Vulnerable In A Woke WorkplaceIs your HR function sufficiently informed to manage ‘woke’ behaviours?Just to be clear, ‘woke’ refers to knowledge, understanding and awareness. Politically correct is about how we behave or speak. Clearly the one sometimes follows on from the other!Experts say 'woke culture' in the workplace is changing how we communicateUS manufacturing decline The fall of employment in the manufacturing sectorDo Not Blame Trade for the Decline in Manufacturing JobsUnderstanding the Decline in Manufacturing EmploymentAccording to Career Trend, the starting rookie umpire salary is $150,000 and the more experienced umpires and senior umpires (like Joe West) rake in as much as $450,000 per year. The average salary of an MLB player in 2021 has reportedly decreased by 4.8% since 2019, dropping to $4.17 million a year. However, the median income, which has also been lowered to $1.15 million, paints a totally different picture to the earnings of MLB players.Why is LinkedIn becoming Facebook?Is LinkedIn becoming Facebook? Does it matter?Time to Laugh, Drink, Think, and Feed the Iguana• Think for yourself.  • Do not think outside the box.  • Instead, begin by rejecting that the box exists.  Paul Grant Truesdell, J.D., AIF | CEOThe Truesdell CompaniesThe Truesdell Professional Building200 NW 52nd AvenueOcala, Florida 34482212-433-2525Email: [email protected] Website: https://truesdell.netLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-grant-truesdell/Disclaimer: Due to our extensive holdings, that of our clients and your host, you should assume that we have a position in all companies discussed and that a conflict of interest exists. By listening, reading, or using this podcast and website in any manner, you understand the information presented is provided for informational purposes only and agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.  No Professional Advice – the content of articles and other projects is for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Nothing said, written, or otherwise communicated in any form on this site or otherwise should be construed as an offer, recommendation, or solicitation to buy or sell a security. Neither Paul Truesdell, Truesdell Consulting, Inc., Fixed Cost Financial, Inc., affiliates, or subsidiaries provide tax, legal, or psychological advice.   The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website.