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Adding More Steps into Your Day

Walking is one of the best ways to incorporate more exercise into your daily routine. The benefits of walking include:  Increased energy, improved mood, and reduced stress Decreased risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and cancer Improved muscle tone and fitness Consider these ways to work more steps into your day:  Park at the back…

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Violent Events in the News

Hearing about violent events in the news is often disturbing. Reports of mass shootings, terrorist attacks and other violent incidents may leave you feeling sad, angry, or afraid. Common reactions include: Feeling vulnerable and insecure. Violent incidents may affect your sense of personal safety and security. You may find yourself worrying more about family members…

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Talking to Children About Violence

While many parents will try to protect their children from news about violent events, it may be difficult to filter out all knowledge. Children may catch glimpses of images in the news or hearabout the violent incident from friends or via overheard conversations. Stories about children who were impacted may be especially frightening or stressful.…

2023 RIMS CONFERENCE

Meet with Black Swan Solutions Representatives at the 2023 RIMS Conference Planning on attending the 2023 RIMS Conference in Atlanta, Georgia? We’ll see you there! Come discuss your organization’s critical and risk management needs with our representatives from April 30 – May 3. We’ll be happy to walk you through our expansive service offerings at…

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Supporting Physician Wellbeing

Doctors’ Day is Thursday, March 30, 2023. This day recognizes the role doctors play in the physical, mental, and spiritual healing of people in need.  While this work is immensely rewarding, it may also take a toll on the physician’s own wellbeing. Working daily with those who are struggling with difficult life situations may leave…

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Giving Feedback

Providing employees with effective feedback is a skill that is learned over time. Good feedback is clear, constructive, and focuses on helping the person “fall forward” and grow from mistakes. There are three types of feedback: Positive: Offers praise and encouragement Neutral: Provides facts and information Remedial: Corrects mistakes and provides performance improvement tips   Constructive…