Best AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone Podcasts (2025)

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Foolish Thoughts #477: The AI Scam Call 4:18

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5d ago4:18

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Do you receive scam calls? I do. Have a listen to one that I received recently using AI. #ScamCallAwareness #FraudPrevention #ScamAlert #PhoneScamSafety #FraudulentCalls #ScamCallEducation #scamcallBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #476: Reselling - Local Pick-Up 3:06

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When I resell, I selectively offer "local pick-up". Have a listen to what I do, when I offer local pick-up. #ResellingSuccess #EcommerceStrategies #RetailReseller #ResellBusiness #ResellingTips #ResellToProfitBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #475: Anti-Perks 3:01

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Over the last 15 to 20 years, we have seen the rise of ANTI-PERKS. If you don't know what an anti-perk is, then have a listen. #EmployeeEngagement #Benefits #InnovationInWorkplace #EmployeePerks #WorkplaceBenefits #JobPerks #TalentAttraction #CompanyCultureBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #474: The Least Thanked Jobs 3:11

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Have a listen to a recent survey which identified the least "thanked" jobs. Will you agree? #thankful #motivation #appreciation #gratitude #appreciate #grateful #thanks #thankyouBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #473: The Most Useless Email Phrase 2:51

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Hear what is considered currently the most useless email phrase. Do you agree? #business #emails #emailsuccess #emailtips #stupid #worthless #uselessBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #472: The Snippet Generation 2:40

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Are you a member of the Snippet Generation? Do you even know what that is? Then have a listen! #trend #lifestyle #life #generationz #genz #youthBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #471: Colleges Not Preparing Future Workers? 2:17

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Have a listen to the survey results of 800 HR professionals regarding colleges not preparing future employees. And, I chime in with some of my Foolish Thoughts on the matter. #hiring #hr #work #staffing #business #education #humanresources #jobs #recruitment #career #employmentBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #470: I Got the Wrong Degree 4:26

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A recent survey of 800 recent graduates claims that many of them earned the wrong degree. Have a listen as to why they believe this. #college #collegeeducation #collegedegree #studentsuccess #success #degree #universityBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #469: Teacher to Trainer 3:42

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Are you a classroom teacher? Have you ever thought about making a career change? Have you ever thought about going into the world of corporate training? Then have a listen about making that jump! #education #training #teacher #teaching #learning #classroom #educatorsBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #468: Don't Just Scroll. Delete and Unsubscribe. 3:27

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Have a listen to a gentleman who ran out of space on his email account and the advice I provided to him. #emailtips #emails #business #emailmanagementBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #467: The Toilet Paper Resignation 4:25

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Did you hear about The Toilet Paper Resignation? Have a listen to learn all about it and some questions that I have, #management #employee #resigning #quitting #employment #resign #employer #resignationBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #466: Learning Objectives - A Criticism 3:19

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Have a listen to a criticism I have about a recent article on learning objectives. #learningobjective #goals #trainingobjectives #training #understandingBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #465: Mother, May I? 3:35

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When you retire, you begin to reminisce about things. Hear about one game, which I played when I was child. #games #childhood #childhoodmemories #childhoodlife #childhoodmemoryBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #464: Red Light, Green Light 1 2 3 3:06

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When you retire, you begin to reminisce about things. Hear about one game, which I played when I was child. #games #childhood #childhoodmemories #childhoodlife #childhoodmemoryBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #463: Professionally De-Linking (Slowly) 4:47

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When you retire, it may be difficult to "de-link" from your profession or other interests/activities. Hear about what I did to begin the process of "de-linking". #remove #delink #professionallife #professionalBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #462: eBay Sourcing (Continued) 3:29

2M ago3:29

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In previous episodes, I discussed a number of "places" you might source or find items, which you may sell on eBay and other platforms. In this episode, I will discuss one which some have had success. #resellers #ebaylife #ebaycommunity #reselling #ebayseller #resell #reseller #ebay #garagesalesBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #461: Observe in a Stealth Manner (A True Training Story) 6:57

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When you observe a trainer in action, do so in a stealth manner. Hear about a time when I was observed, and it was anything but. #training #learning #observation #ProfessionalDevelopment #TrainingAndDevelopment #SkillEnhancementBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #460: Retirement - Less Is Better. Get Use To It 3:31

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There are many things you can do to simplify your lifestyle in retirement. Hear about one way but you will need to change your expectations. #retirement #retirementlife #simplificationBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #459: Retirement - Clean Out Time! 3:17

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When you retire, this is one of the things you should. However, many do not necessarily think of doing this. Note: No episodes will be published on April 15 and April 17, 2025. #cleanout #delete #files #digitalfiles #digital #retirement #retirementlifeBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #458: Retirement - The First Thing I Did 5:07

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Once I decided to retire, I was determined not to simply watch the grass grow. Hear about the first thing I did. #LifeAfterWork #RetirementGoals #RetirementLifestyle #FuturePlanning #EnjoyingRetirementBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #457: Special Interview Tests 3:52

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Have you heard about "Special Interview" Tests? Do you know what they are? Do you give them? Have a listen as to what they are and why they are given. #JobInterview #InterviewTips #InterviewPreparation #JobSearch #InterviewSuccessBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #456: Ten Ways to Know Your Training Has Been Effective 3:05

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Have a listen to ten ways to know if your training has been effective. These will truly resonate with anyone in the learning/training profession. #business #training #inspiration #teaching #success #motivation #life #leadership #skills #classroomBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #455: Learn Something New Each Day 3:50

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"Learn Something New Each Day" can and should be done by everyone, especially by someone you might least expect.By AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #454: Sourcing from the Dead 4:34

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Looking to sell on eBay or one of the many other platforms, then learn how you can "Source from the Dead." #reselling #ebaylife #resellers #resellerlife #estatesales #ebayBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #453: eBay Sourcing (P2) 4:20

3M ago4:20

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In this continuation from the last episode, learn how you can source at no or low cost. #ebayreseller #reseller #ebaylife #resellercommunity #ebaystore #ebay #reselinglBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #452: eBay Sourcing (P1) 4:20

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Learn about the fastest and easiest way you can source for selling on eBay. #ebayreseller #reseller #ebaylife #resellers #resellercommunity #resellerlife #reselling #ebayBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #451: Knowing When to Pack It In 3:08

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One of the things my father would always say that you need to "Know When to Pack It In." Hear about me doing just that and some changes to this podcast.By AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #450: Eye Contact 2:57

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When speaking to a group - large or small - making eye contact is essential. Have a listen to not only the why but also the how. #EyeContact #NonverbalCommunication #InterpersonalSkills #EffectiveCommunication #ConnectionBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #449: Why Use Gestures? 2:33

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Have a listen as to why using gestures is important while you speak. #Gesture #Gestures #NonverbalCommunication #BodyLanguage #CommunicationSkills #HumanConnectionBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #448: Eliminating Distracting Mannerisms 3:35

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Do your mannerisms distract from your message? Have a listen to what you need to do, to help your audience focus on your message. #Mannerisms #BodyLanguage #CommunicationSkills #NonverbalCommunicationBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #447: eBay Selling - Hidden Costs (P2) 5:11

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Every consultant needs to have more than one revenue stream. Some, like myself, may sell on eBay. Have a listen to how you can keep some of the hidden costs under control, if you decide to sell on eBay. #revenuestream #consultingrevenue #ebayseller #ebay #resellingcommunity #ebaysellerlife #ebayselling…

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Foolish Thoughts #446: eBay Selling - Hidden Costs (P1) 4:24

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Every consultant needs to have more than one revenue stream. Some, like myself, may sell on eBay. Have a listen to some of the hidden costs you will encounter, if you decide to sell on eBay. #revenuestream #consultingrevenue #ebayseller #ebay #resellingcommunity #ebaysellerlife #ebaysellingBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #445: Trainers Love Games. But is it appropriate? (P2) 3:21

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Trainers love to use games as part of their workshops/courses. However, are they appropriate? Have a listen to some of the questions you need to ask to ensure that they are appropriate for your workshop/course. #TrainerGuide #GamePerformance #GameDevelopment #boardgames #simulationgame #strategygameBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #444: Trainers Love Games. But is it appropriate? (P1) 3:39

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Trainers love to use games as part of their workshops/courses. However, are they appropriate? Have a listen to some of the questions you need to ask to ensure that they are appropriate for your workshop/course. #TrainerGuide #GamePerformance #GameDevelopment #boardgames #simulationgame #strategygameBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #443: Resume Lying 3:10

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A recent survey of job seekers found that a sizable portion lied on their resumes. Have a listen to the reasons why. #recruiting #business #jobseekers #curriculumvitae #hr #recruitment #resumedesign #resumewriting #resumeBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #442: What's in Your Wallet? (Training Tip) 1:59

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Hear about a very simple ice breaker that you can use! #breaktheice #life #icebreaker #gettingtoknowyou #teambuilding #corporateteambuilding #icebreakersBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #441: Scouting America - A Terrible Rebrand 5:23

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On February 8, 2025 the Boy Scouts of America will rebrand itself to Scouting America. Have a listen as to why I think it is a terrible rebrand. #boyscoutsofamerica #orderofthearrow #wosm #eaglescout #scouting #cubscouts #beprepared #boyscout #scoutsbsa #scoutingamerica #venturing #exploringBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #440: Likes Paid Off for Me 3:33

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Do you "like" the postings by various business? Has it every benefited or hurt you? Have a listen to a story about liking a business and something you may consider doing, if you do not do so. #like #follow day #comment #smallbusinessowner #smallbusinessmarketing #business #businessowners #businesstip #inspiration #businessmarketing…

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Foolish Thoughts #439: Quiet Vacationing 3:05

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Have a listen to what some employees are doing: Quiet Vacationing! I am a little surprised by it. #business #productivity #mentalhealth #worklife #remotework #work #timemanagement #workfromhome #jobs #worklifebalancedBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #438: Cyberloafing 3:18

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Have a listen to the latest trend of white collar workers. #goofingaround #wastetime #timemanagement #dontwastetime #timewasteingBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #437: Hushed Hybrid 2:33

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Your company wants you to go back to the office five days a week? Hear about what some are doing to oppose that. #HybridWorkModel #FutureOfWork #WorkplaceFlexibility #RemoteAndInOffice #WorkLifeBalance #EmployeeEngagementBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #436: Incorporate Difficulties in Training (Training Tip) 3:41

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It is important, when designing training, to ensure that learners aren't simply and always getting the perfect client/customer/situation. #ProfessionalDevelopment #WorkplaceTraining #ContinuousLearning #TrainingAndDevelopment #LearningCultureBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #435: A Huge Waste of Time (A True Story) 5:26

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Hear about the time I got hired and it was a huge waste of time. And, yes, I name the organization! #ProfessionalEtiquette #WorkplaceGhosting #ghosting #CandidateExperience #TalentAcquisition #AnneArundelCCBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #434: Ghost Job Offerings 4:08

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Have a listen to what some organizations are actually doing when they post a job. It is actually quite shameful! #JobOpportunities #TalentAcquisition #Recruitment #Hiring #Careers #JobSearchBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #433: The Corporate Accent 2:41

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Depending upon where you are from, you may have an accent. But did you know, there is a Corporate Accent? #accent #EffectiveCommunication #GlobalBusiness #ProfessionalLanguage #CorporateJargon #jargonBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #432: Happy New Year 1:44

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Welcome Back! In this very short episode, have a listen to a couple of the episodes planned for the next few weeks. And as always, Happy New Year!By AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #431: End of the Year Thoughts 1:38

6M ago1:38

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Some end of the year thoughts and THANK YOU!By AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #430: Succession Planning (Part 3B) 2:51

6M ago2:51

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Have a listen to the final episode, which finishes up the parts or sections of a good Succession Plan. #SuccessionPlanning #LeadershipDevelopment #BusinessContinuity #StrategicPlanning #WorkforcePlanningBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #429: Succession Planning (Part 3A) 3:54

6M ago3:54

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In this fourth episode, we will look at the parts or sections which make up a successful Succession Plan. #SuccessionPlanning #LeadershipDevelopment #BusinessContinuity #StrategicPlanning #WorkforcePlanningBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #428: Succession Planning (Part 2B) 2:06

7M ago2:06

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In this third of the five part series, we will continue with the "why" of Succession Planning. #SuccessionPlanning #LeadershipDevelopment #BusinessContinuity #StrategicPlanning#WorkforcePlanningBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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