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What We?ve Learned Over 20 Years

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LMA Consulting & Long-Term Success As we celebrate 20 years in business as of May 2025, we wanted to discuss the importance of long-term thinking and, of course, recognize our clients and colleagues. We have noticed that clients that think long-term are far more successful than those that respond to events as they occur. Not wanting to be the cobbler with children who have no shoes, we do our best to incorporate best practices as we go. In fact, one of our favorite things about consulting is that we are always learning, incorporating improvements, and applying the concepts to different situations. Before we talk more about long-term thinking, we’d be completely remiss if we didn’t THANK our clients and colleagues as we wouldn’t be celebrating 20 years without your active engagement. A special thank you to the extended LMA team/ partners, ASCM-IE Board of Directors and students, ProVisors executive committee, key former PaperPak colleagues, family and friends. Here’s to the next...

USPS announces implementation dates for CCA wage increases and pay table changes in accordance with Arbitrator Nolan?s March 21, 2025, interest arbitration award

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June 17, 2025 USPS announces implementation dates for CCA wage increases and pay table changes in accordance with Arbitrator Nolan’s March 21, 2025, interest arbitration award CCA pay increases Effective June 14, 2025 (PP 14-2025), all city carrier assistants (CCAs) pay rate will be increased to reflect an additional $0.50 per hour. This increase is in addition to their cumulative general wage increases. Pay table modifications Also, effective June 14 (PP 14-2025), all city carriers currently in Step P in Tables 1 and 2 will receive a one-time pay increase to an amount that is equal to a flat dollar amount of $1,000. Carrier technicians will receive $1,021. These increases are in addition to the general wage increases and COLAs. The Postal Service expects the eliminations of Table 2 Steps AA and A to be effective July 12, 2025 (PP 16-2025). In conjunction with  the elimination of Steps AA and A, all city carriers in those steps will be advanced to Step B and begin a new 46-...

How to Revise Your Legal Practice Strategic Plan and Minimize Stress?

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Image by heberhenrique20, Pixabay Attract the Right Job or Clientele: How to Revise Your Legal Practice Strategic Plan and Minimize Stress Legal practices are known for their long hours and intense pressure to meet deadlines, often leading to burnout, inefficiency, and errors that unnecessarily waste resources. By adopting innovative strategies and utilizing modern tools, law firms of all sizes can streamline their workloads and foster more sustainable, productive environments. If you’re experiencing an ongoing time crunch, our collaborative blog offers insights on ‘EHow to revise your legal practice strategic plan and minimize stress. _____________________________________________________________________________________ Revise Your Legal Practice Strategic Plan and Minimize Stress Image via Geralt, Pixabay Streamline Workflow with Legal Technology   Legal technology has revolutionized how firms manage their workload. Routine tasks, such as document review, case mana...

Simple Isometric Exercises to Build Strength and Mental Wellness for All Ages

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Each day, while engaging in your usual activities, you can incorporate exercise into your routine, which will provide many benefits to you. nonwarit @123rf.com Isometric exercises are ideal for incorporating into your regular routines, as they involve engaging muscles without moving the joints . These exercises can be easily incorporated into day-to-day activities and offer benefits to individuals of all ages, improving both their physical and mental health. In fact, isometric workouts are an excellent starting poin t for a healthier lifestyle because they require minimal resistance and can be performed at a lower intensity. As you become more self-assured, comfortable, and stronger, you can integrate more isotonic motions and weighted exercises, both of which are great ways to build strength and confidence. What are some ways isometrics can improve your body and mind? 1. Helps to preserve the strength of joints Isometric exercises are more effective than traditional strength ...

How Can Health Tech Help You Age Brilliantly

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Longevity is no longer just a dream for the few. With advances in health technology and a proactive mindset, living vibrantly into your 90s—or even beyond 100—is increasingly possible. The key? Using the right tools now to support your health, monitor your body, and empower you to make smarter decisions every step of the way. We’re entering an age where wearables can detect disease before symptoms arise, apps can coach us to healthier habits, and personalized data can drive more informed conversations with our doctors. But it’s not just about adding years to your life—it’s about adding life to your years. “It’s never too early or too late to work towards being the healthiest you.” — Anonymous 1. Know Your Numbers—and Track Them in Real Time One of the simplest but most powerful ways to take control of your health is through wearable tech. Devices like the Apple Watch and Fitbit can now track heart rate, oxygen levels, sleep stages, and even detect atrial fibrillation. These num...

Beneath the Smile: Mental Health Struggles in Dentistry

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Suicide, The Secret of My Success https://youtu.be/3D4m33DXtsI May is National Dental Health Awareness Month, and in discussing the topic with friends and colleagues, I've found the conversation around dentists and mental health usually goes one of two ways: either the person is extremely aware of the long-standing statistics that show that dentists exhibit higher levels of anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, and yes, suicide. Or more often, the person is completely surprised—even shocked at the facts. Why? Because to the outsider dentistry as a profession appears stable, secure, predictable, and even leisurely. So what gives? Read More: https://blog.ultradent.com/beneath-the-smile-mental-health-struggles-in-dentistry #suicideprevention #dentistsuicide #mentalhealth #dentists Adblock test (Why?) source http://www.expertclick.com/NewsRelease/Beneath-the-Smile-Mental-Health-Struggles-in-Dentistry,2025310950.aspx

Stop Missing Out: Secret Zoom AI Trick Speaks 35 Languages Now!

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Recommended AI tools for business growth. http://AItools4biz.com Listen to this & other episodes on our podcast https://bit.ly/sre_podcast Catch the video (you’ll LOVE this!) Unlock Global Business with Zoom’s Translated Captions Welcome to Stark Raving Entrepreneurs! We’re Terry Brock and Gina Carr, and we’re so glad you’re here with us, our fellow entrepreneur and friend. Today, we’re sharing some truly exciting news that we can’t wait to talk about: Zoom’s amazing Translate capability. We’ve been experimenting with this feature, and we have to tell you—it’s a real game changer for anyone wanting to connect with clients, business partners, or audiences around the world. We know how important communication is in business, and we love exploring tools that break down barriers and open up new possibilities. In this episode, we’re walking you through how Zoom’s Translate feature works, where it shines, and how you can put it to work for your own business. We’re excited to ...