by Joanne Gara | Jan 6, 2026 | Uncategorized
The holiday season has a way of softening sunlight, quieting routines, and drawing us back to people we may not see as often as we would like. These gatherings can feel warm and familiar. They can also reveal changes that are hard to ignore. Maybe it was the way your...
by Joanne Gara | Dec 2, 2025 | Uncategorized
It’s supposed to be “the most wonderful time of the year”, but in reality, the holiday season is often pulling us in multiple directions. There are normal work pressures and on top of that there are increased family expectations. We often think if we...
by Joanne Gara | Nov 4, 2025 | Uncategorized
Whether it’s the end of daylight savings time and shorter days, work stress, parenting, or you just consider yourself a night owl, if you’ve ever woken up groggy and thought, “I’ll make up for it with more coffee,” you’re not alone. But the truth is, no daytime hack...
by Joanne Gara | Oct 4, 2025 | Uncategorized
For Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we spoke with Louise Crall, Human Resources and Community Engagement Director at EFR. Louise is a 2-time cancer survivor, 15 years post-cervical cancer and 10 years post-breast cancer. We talk about noticing the first signs,...
by Joanne Gara | Sep 2, 2025 | Uncategorized
Note: If you or someone you know is in immediate crisis, call or text 988 to connect with the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Suicide is a deeply personal tragedy, but it is also a workplace issue. Employers, HR professionals, and managers are in a unique position to...
by Joanne Gara | Aug 4, 2025 | Uncategorized
Leaders are always seeking ways to improve—not only themselves, but their teams, organizations, and the broader communities they touch. Sometimes this involves cutting costs, investing in leadership training, building a strong employer brand, or finding new ways to...