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Does a Civil Society Benefit from Having Emotional Intelligence?
The degree to which people within our community are emotionally intelligent affects how civil our society will be. Emotional Intelligence...

Michael B. Benedict
Sep 25, 20242 min read
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The Challenges with Reciprocity
In business, there is an unspoken rule that when one party provides value to another gratis, the favor will be returned sometime in the...

Michael B. Benedict
Sep 19, 20242 min read
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The Fall of Boys and Men
I rarely ask readers to watch a video. However, this is one time when I will beg you—yes, beg—to spend 15 minutes learning about one of...

Michael B. Benedict
Aug 27, 20242 min read
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Are You A Good Listener?
According to research by UKG Workforce Institute , 86% of employees feel that different voices at their organization aren't heard...

Michael B. Benedict
Aug 23, 20244 min read
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The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Turns 34
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was enacted in July 1990. This bipartisan landmark legislation was significant in helping...

Michael B. Benedict
Aug 21, 20242 min read
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Understand the Human Need for Respect
Feeling respected is a fundamental human need. Respect is something we immediately perceive when interacting with others. It springs from...

Michael B. Benedict
Aug 14, 20244 min read
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August is National Civility Month!
Ten Tips to Foster Civility National Civility Month is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year. It was created to encourage people and...

Michael B. Benedict
Aug 7, 20243 min read
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Six Ways to Address Workplace Anxiety
Anxiety is prevalent in most organizations. The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) estimates that 19% of US adults (1 in 5 of...

Michael B. Benedict
Aug 1, 20244 min read
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The Decline in Trust in America
The decline of trust in America is precipitous, with only 25% agreeing with the statement "most people can be trusted" in 2022, down from...

Michael B. Benedict
Jul 31, 20242 min read
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The Rise of the Adolescent Caregiver
Adolescence is challenging under the best circumstances; imagine adding the responsibility of being your parents' caretaker. This is the...

Michael B. Benedict
Jul 16, 20242 min read
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A 79-year-old sausage company encourages society to "fix the internet." Wait, what?
Over the weekend, a friend from Texas was excited to share a new marketing campaign from Johnsonville . The company sells plump, juicy...

Michael B. Benedict
Jul 9, 20242 min read
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People with Disabilities Need and Want Your Assistance
Next month, we will celebrate the 34th anniversary of the enactment of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This landmark...

Michael B. Benedict
Jun 28, 20242 min read
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TV Commercials Contempt for Men
Are TV commercials intentionally pushing buyers away? This current Hyundai ad shows a man and woman on a date. The man is portrayed as a...

Michael B. Benedict
Jun 20, 20242 min read
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The average CEO makes more than 400x more than the average employee
CEO compensation has exploded in recent years, raising urgent questions. When did this trend start, why has it escalated, and how should...

Michael B. Benedict
Jun 13, 20241 min read
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The Unexpected Path to Becoming an Author
Writing and publishing a book can be an exhilarating experience, especially if you weren't planning on doing either. Here are three...

Michael B. Benedict
Jun 6, 20241 min read
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Black Fathers Bring Civility Back to a School
Learn how a high school in Shreveport, Louisiana, overcame discipline issues - with the help of 40 visionary fathers.

Michael B. Benedict
May 31, 20241 min read
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What are the Costs of Workplace Incivility?
What are the costs of incivility in the workplace? In the attached article, writer and HR Manager Nicole Mankin at hashtag Firmbee...

Michael B. Benedict
May 14, 20241 min read
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Three Unique Life Rules Every Youth Should Know
As I traverse midlife, I reflect on things I wish I had known from a young age. These life rules would have made me a better person...

Michael B. Benedict
Feb 28, 20246 min read
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Societal Shifts and Their Effect on Charitable Giving
One of modern society’s most significant challenges is the utmost focus on the self. Me, Myself. and I. Being concerned with oneself is...

Michael B. Benedict
Jun 9, 20237 min read
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