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  • Denise Federer
  • May 10, 2025
Don't just lead your employees. Guide them.

Setting up employees to realize their potential can boost not only the employee but the company as well.

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  • Sharon Hillstrom
  • April 24, 2025
Bradenton Area EDC leader: Businesses, educators can create modern workforce

The Bradenton Area Economic Development Corp. seeks to close the gap between "what students are learning and what businesses need now and in the future."

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  • By Pete Tuffo
  • April 9, 2025
Construction exec: Solving the industry's labor shortage starts in high school

Shortage has a far reaching impact, beyond project deadlines.

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  • Denise Federer
  • March 27, 2025
Good leaders need emotional management skills, not just technical know-how

The key to emotional management is to show, above all else, courage.

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  • Kristen Lessig-Schenerlein, Hannah McGowan
  • March 6, 2025
Navigating a whitewater world: Leadership in uncertain times

Adaptability and resilience are two important skills when handling constant disruption.

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  • Sharon Hillstrom
  • February 28, 2025
Manatee Technical College, Bradenton Area EDC partner for talent pipeline success

The school and the EDC work together to prepare students for local jobs in manufacturing and aviation maintenance, among other sectors.

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  • Kristen Lessig-Schenerlein, Hannah McGowan
  • January 17, 2025
Forget goals: For 2025, set – and keep – New Year's intentions

A new approach to New Year's resolutions requires a deeper way of thinking about the leader you are and the leader you want to be.

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  • Denise Federer
  • January 14, 2025
Influence: The Rosetta Stone of post-succession triumph

The push and pull of influencing others requires a thoughtful strategy.

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    By
  • Denise Federer
  • January 6, 2025
Gender and business leadership: How much does it matter?

The answer can be varied and depends on some important factors. But one constant is leaders — of either gender — need to be flexible and adaptable.

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  • Kristen Lessig-Schenerlein, Hannah McGowan
  • December 16, 2024
Riders, elephants and paths: Three steps to navigate change leadership

Understanding the difference between the emotional and rational side of the brain is a key way to manage through difficult circumstances.

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  • Denise Federer
  • December 5, 2024
The next succession: Keeping a family business intact in the third generation

The transition from the second to third generation in a family business can be a minefield. It's also manageable.

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  • Kristen Lessig-Schenerlein, Hannah McGowan
  • November 1, 2024
Holding your team to high standards requires a coaching mindset

Here are three steps to hold your team accountable to high expectations — while honoring them as human beings.

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  • Denise Federer
  • October 3, 2024
In business conflict, separate the person from the problem

Interpersonal disagreements in the workplace can escalate quickly, a situation compounded in a family business. One key to remember: Words matter.

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  • Kristen Lessig-Schenerlein, Hannah McGowan
  • September 11, 2024
CEO advice: 3 steps to take an actual turn-it-off vacation

Take an actual vacation next summer: Start investing in your team’s hidden leadership potential — now.

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  • Denise Federer
  • August 17, 2024
When work friends become bosses: Strategies to handle the transition

Relationships at work can and will change but one thing should remain the same: lines of communication should remain open.

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