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Happy Thanksgiving!!
Happy Thanksgiving to each of you and your families. The SBR family is thankful for each of you. May your homes be filled with love, peace, compassion, and gratitude. May you reflect on the many things you give thanks for this year. Many blessings, SBR Workplace Leadership Services

Dr. Ricks
2 days ago1 min read
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PWL Article: Continual Learning
When is the last time you earned a degree, certificate, or any credential that signifies that you have learned something new? Has it been 2 years? 5 years? 10 years? Think about how much has changed in our world just over the last year or two. Now think about how that translates to the industry you work in and how it has advanced as well. Are you caught up with all the changes and advances? You want to continually get better each year that you age. As you reflect o

Dr. Ricks
Nov 171 min read
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Emerging Leaders Upcoming Graduation
The Leadership Signature Program has been offered by Leadership Prince William since 2008. The Emerging Leaders program is a spin-off of the Signature Program that launched in 2021 and offers an amazing opportunity for newer leaders to learn the nuts and bolts of leadership, network with one another, and be taught by amazing leaders from around the County. The program is led by Program Manager, Aaron Tolson. The program consists of an eight-week program with sessions led by:

Dr. Ricks
Nov 31 min read
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Dis Pubs: Difficult Conversations
There is an uptick in the amount of difficult conversations taking place in organizations across the country due to current events. ...

Dr. Ricks
Oct 91 min read
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Your Next Steps...
The back to school season offers similar feelings as approaching January 1st and the start of a new year. It is a time of renewal,...

Dr. Ricks
Sep 82 min read
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Human Trafficking - The Dignity Mandate
The Virginia Office of the Attorney General, Jason S. Miyares, hosted a human trafficking summit in Arlington, VA this week that Dr....

Dr. Ricks
Aug 132 min read
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PWL Article: Addressing Stress at Work
The past several months have introduced new levels of workplace stress with government intervention leading to layoffs and company...

Dr. Ricks
Jul 91 min read
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SBR Leadership Corner
Current events have left many individuals feeling uncertain and anxious in the workplace. They wonder about work stability, steady...

Dr. Ricks
Jun 162 min read
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PWL Article: Entrepreneurship
With the increase of uncertainty in workplaces across the country, many more individuals are giving more thought to entrepreneurship. Is...

Dr. Ricks
May 271 min read
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PWL Article: Recovering from a Layoff
Experiencing any loss creates stress and hardship, however a job loss can feel especially daunting for some. It does not have to be. It...

Dr. Ricks
Apr 241 min read
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LPW: Boots & Bling
Leadership Prince William (LPW) held its annual Evening of Excellence event this month, with the theme "Boots and Bling"! LPW is a...

Dr. Ricks
Apr 181 min read
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PWL Article: Leading Through Uncertainly
There are times in one's work life where things can seem more unpredictable than usual and this can create fear and poor decision making....

Dr. Ricks
Mar 311 min read
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The Path Forward with Gen Z
Dr. Ricks had the great pleasure of presenting to some of the faculty and staff at Northern Virginia Community College for the...

Dr. Ricks
Mar 131 min read
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PWL: Combatting Loneliness
The topic of loneliness has become increasingly important and is worth mentioning in more than one blog and article. Not only is one's...

Dr. Ricks
Feb 271 min read
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Discovery Publications Article
Do you find yourself scrolling through social media and other applications on your phone in an endless fashion? Have you found anxiety...

Dr. Ricks
Feb 171 min read
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Black History Month Proclamation
Dr. Ricks was one of many leaders from the Commonwealth of Virginia invited to the Governor's Mansion in Richmond to witness the Governor...

Dr. Ricks
Feb 61 min read
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Vigil for DCA Plane Crash Victims
Dr. Ricks and SBR Workplace Leadership Services extends condolences to the families and loved ones of those lost in the plane crash...

Dr. Ricks
Feb 41 min read
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January 21st: Day of Racial Healing
Monday, January 20th, 2025 is the day reserved to celebrate and recognize the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The work of...

Dr. Ricks
Jan 171 min read
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Overcoming the Fear of Public Speaking
Happy New Year! Approaching each new year, we often challenge ourselves to make changes or improvements in our lives. How about facing...

Dr. Ricks
Jan 71 min read
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Happy Holidays!
Thank you for your continued support and contribution to the growth of SBR Workplace Leadership Services! Have a lovely and safe holiday...

Dr. Ricks
Dec 23, 20241 min read
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