Podcasts about furloughs

(6/14/24) - In today's Federal Newscast: The VA is staying the course on plans to roll out a new Electronic Health Record. The White House joins a chorus of opposition to the idea of creating a separate Army drone branch. And Maryland Congressman Steny Hoyer warns of freezes, furloughs, and layoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you concerned about the current state of the aviation industry? Tune in as we discuss how these challenges can be opportunities for your personal and professional growth. Whether you're going to flight school or contemplating your next career move, this episode offers encouragement and practical advice to help you navigate these turbulent times.   WHAT YOU'LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE Strategies to enhance your aviation career during industry slowdowns How to remain competitive and marketable in the aviation job market Managing career transitions and the importance of continuous learning and certification Coping mechanisms and strategies for pilots facing furloughs or job uncertainty Maintaining mental health and resilience during career challenges   RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED Ready 4 Pushback: Ep05: Inertia | Don't Just Sit There!! LinkedIn   CONNECT WITH US  Are you ready to take your preparation to the next level? Don't wait until it's too late. Use the promo code “R4P” and save 10% on all our services. Check us out at www.spitfireelite.com!   If you want to recommend someone to guest on the show, email Nik at podcast@spitfireelite.com, and if you need a professional pilot resume, go to www.spitfireelite.com/podcast/ for FREE templates!  

Mike Baudendistel and Joanna Marsh discuss furloughs of Union Pacific maintenance-of-way workers, Union Pacific's expanded intermodal offerings in Phoenix and Houston and possible rail safety legislation. Follow the People Speaking Rail Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Few people in government have more experience in federal labor relations and employee issues than Federal Drive Host Tom Temin's guest. For the past year, she's been chairman of the Federal Labor Relations Authority. For an update on the FLRA ( and other things): Susan Tsui Grundmann. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Val discusses the potential impact on federal employees if the government were to shut down. He explores topics like furloughs, pay disruptions, health insurance coverage, retirement benefits, and how the Furloughs and Fair Treatment Act of 2019 could benefit government employees in this situation.Got questions about your retirement benefits? Current or former federal employees are entitled to a free consultation now. Book yours at FederalRetirementShow.com Call our office today: (833) 777-7ABXSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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This episode of Leadership Live features Dean Van Zyl, founder and CEO of National Adhesive. Dean shares his experience in building a successful startup and how defining a "vivid vision" has helped him navigate tough times. Being a leader is not always easy. There are always challenges that make up the emotional roller coaster that comes with being a CEO of a startup. The importance of vulnerability and decision-making in tough situations shapes a leader for the longhaul. Dean emphasises the importance of culture, a cohesive team and paying attention to the unspoken topics, like personal relationships and physical and mental wellbeing. This is one of these episodes, you don't want to miss. So tune in, and let's dive in.   Timestamps: [00:00:21] Experienced CEO shares ups & downs. [00:03:17] From down in the dumps to success. [00:06:25] Licensing brand, finding clarity, implementing vision tool. [00:12:32] Leadership team created a product and acknowledged the contribution. [00:15:08] Expanding brands in hardware, aiming for high profits. [00:19:23] Self-reflection prompts to improve interactions. [00:21:49] Phone-free bedtime and structured work routine. [00:26:33] Seed-to-scale shift requires team delegation. [00:37:24] "Choose: sink or swim in depression" [00:40:13] Decisiveness in tough times: keep going. [00:42:54] Right partner is crucial to personal growth & success. [00:47:36] CEO relationship, vulnerability, sharing information, practicality. [00:53:36] Asking for help, routines, and exercise is important. [00:57:09] Upcoming books, podcasts, and giving back.   Key questions: 1. How important do you think having a supportive partner is for success in business and life? 2. Do you believe that having a vivid vision is an effective tool for creating success in business? 3. What steps do you take to maintain positivity and resilience in tough times? 4. Dean mentioned the importance of asking for help or advice when needed. Do you struggle with this?  5. How do you balance focusing on your own personal growth while also directing and leading your team? 6. How do you handle unpredictable challenges and navigate the unknown when building a startup? 7. Do you have a specific routine that helps you manage your work-life balance and achieve your goals? 8. What role do you think vulnerability plays in leadership? 9. How do you handle and overcome failure or setbacks in your business journey? 10. Dean discussed the importance of finding opportunities by having a clear definition of what he was looking for. Do you believe this is an effective way to create opportunities in your own business endeavors?   Resources: PODCAST WEBPAGE: www.daphnahorowitz.com/podcastlive   BOOK a coaching session with Daphna Horowitz HERE: https://daphnahorowitz.com/services/#leadership-coaching    Purchase the book on AMAZON:  https://www.amazon.com/Weekly-Habits-Extraordinary-Leaders-Horowitz/dp/B08JDTRK9H/ref=sr_1_1?crid=24SK3E4DFMJMQ&dchild=1&keywords=daphna+horowitz&qid=1605772332&sprefix=daphna+ho%2Cstripbooks-intl-ship%2C379&sr=8-1    Listen to all the previous episodes HERE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/leadership-live/id1524072573    Get access to your FREE Leadership Toolkit here: https://daphnahorowitz.com/leadershiptoolkit   For more information about the CEO Habits Bootcamp: https://daphnahorowitz.com/ceobootcamp   Learn more about Dean:  https://www.deanvanzyl.com/   Connect with Daphna: Official website: www.daphnahorowitz.com  LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/daphnahorowitz/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/daphna1231 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PEACSolutions/  

This episode covers the PATCO strike and its impact on ALPA, the J.J. O'Donnell administration, and airline labor.

The federal government is expecting to run up against a default on its debt as soon as this spring, as  Treasury Department Secretary Janet Yellen told Congress in January. While Congress has not yet raised the debt limit, as has been customary, some federal employees are understandably asking how this situation might affect their pay and benefits. Eric Katz is covering the debt ceiling story. He joined the podcast to talk about the negotiations and how the debt limit will affect federal employees. *** Follow GovExec on Twitter! https://twitter.com/govexec

In this episode, we examine the PATCO strike and its effect on ALPA and airline labor.

Welcome to the Bigger Braver Life Show!I'm your host,  Angela Marie Williams, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Success Coach. In my 13 year career as a therapist, coach, entrepreneur and educator, I support my clients to get the clarity, direction, and confidence to show up as a braver leader in their life and career. I welcome guest Sophia Buesing, Host of the The Shit Show of My Twenties Podcast!In this episode, we discuss: The importance of showing up before you're "ready"Furloughs, pandemic, and pivoting when tragedy strikes Why and how you should start a podcast if it's on your heart! Mastering your mindset with the right support If you're ready to create a clear vision, make your dreams a reality and take action to live your bigger braver life, book a call with me here. Join us in the conversation  for women living a bigger, braver life in the Facebook Group. Let's connect on Instagram at @angelamariecoI love connecting and I want to hear from you! (Seriously!)  Feel free to Email me at angela@angelamarie.co with your biggest takeaway from this episode, or what you'd like to hear in future episodes! Now accepting podcast sponsors for 2022 and are committed to donating 10% of all sponsorship!Connect with Sophia here:The Shit Show of My Twenties PodcastInstagramMusic Credit: Produced by G-Rod

43 COVID-19 deaths in Arkansas; Limits on Arkansas police ID photos; Furloughs are being planned at Henderson State University; Arkansas still coping with the winter weather

Learn the true meaning of ‘Minnesota nice' as we catch up with Kelly McGrath, Director of Sales, Marketing and Public Relations for Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul, Minnesota. Kelly tells us about the Twin Cities, the individuality each city has, and it's place as a mecca for live music. She talks about plans for the upcoming NHL Winter Classic, which the Minnesota Wild are hosting on January 1, and the NYE concert they're promoting at the arena in conjunction with it. We discuss EAMC 2022 which was just announced to be heading to the Twin Cities in June, and how the relationships built at the conference have paid off when facing challenges in the industry. She takes us through her career journey up through her perspective of the challenging time of the last year and a half. Enjoy this friendly and informative episode that's as nice and wonderful as the state she calls home.Kelly McGrath: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | LinkedInXcel Energy Center: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram

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Disney is forced to reluctantly furlough non-essential employees in the wake of the continued shutdown of operations due to COVID-19, but they are still covering their health insurance and Disney execs are taking one for the team as well. At the same time Disney is expanding their landholdings around Disney World in Florida and donating masks and ponchos to health care workers on the frontline of the Coronavirus crisis. In Star Wars Insights we'll take a look at a change in writers for the forthcoming Obi-Wan Kenobi series set for debut on Disney Plus sometime in the near future. And we say a tearful goodbye to Actor and dialect coach Andre Jack whom fans will recognize him as General Ematt from Star Wars: Episode VIII - The Last Jedi as well as other Star Wars movies. In Entertainment News we'll talk about HBO making over 30 movies and shows available free of charge to help you get through your COVID-19 isolation. And Fran Drescher and the original case of The Nanny will reunite for a Virtual Table read of the original pilot 1992 pilot episode of the show for those stuck at home with nothing to do. We'll finish up with our Insightful Picks of the week with a couple of contemporary must see selections for your viewing at home pleasure.

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Segment 1:  Tom Gimbel, founder and CEO of LaSalle Network, joins John to talk about how companies are dealing with employees that have moved out of state due to the pandemic and what businesses can do to retain good employees. Segment 2:  Philippe Weiss, President, Seyfarth at Work, tells John about how some employees who have returned […]

This episode’s guest that Dave and Paul chat with is Julian “Zeus” McClurkin, who many may know through his time with the Harlem Globetrotters as a player and advance ambassador. Julian has been with the team for 11 years, turning his passion of “smiling and dunking” into his career. Hear from him on how he got to this point, growing up playing basketball with his brother, to playing Division I in college, starting his career with the Washington Generals, before finally finding his home as a Globetrotter. You’ll also learn about some of the social initiatives the Harlem Globetrotters are a part of, specifically highlighting their endeavor this year focused on impacting African American youth, which is something Julian is personally passionate about. Hear how his enthusiastic and charismatic personality helped him when COVID caused him to be put on furlough, and how he parlayed his competitive spirit into developing a career in real estate, all while staying home and getting to enjoy time with his 8-month old son.

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In this week’s episode on being furloughed: Quarantine Novel • Highs & Furloughs game show • Socially Distanced Fatalities • and more…

The panelists and moderator all personally were affected by either facing a furlough or layoff during the COVID pandemic and they talk about strategies used and lessons learned - and how they are applying those experiences and challenges to their jobs today and advocating for themselves and their staffs. These four CoSIDA members either jumped into new athletic communications leadership roles during the pandemic or dealt with being furloughed, and what challenges they faced during the furlough and then returning to their positions. Panelists: Brian Morales, Director of Media Relations, Wagner College Katie Mucci, Assistant Commissioner for New Media and Technology, Missouri Valley Conference Nate Smith, Director of Athletic Communications, Alfred University Moderator: Miles McQuiggan, Director of Athletic Communications, Saint Francis University

Furlough Reaction; Ampaire Hybrid Electric Planes; Reality Check: Concerning Progress Reports for Hawaii's Students; Electoral College Process; Art Scene Debrief

Several developments converged during the COVID-19 pandemic that make employee benefits managements and compliance more complicated for organizations. For one, there are several employer and employee related laws that went into effect in 2020. Furloughs and layoffs also increased, which provide difficulties for benefits managers. Karen McLeese of our employee benefit regulatory affairs team explains what employers should be aware of for 2021, including: - 2020 law changes that could affect 2021 - Managing the effect furloughs and layoffs have on benefits - The projected impact of the 2020 election on future benefits changes

Ain't that a tongue twister?    Taxpayers have apparently shelled out a BILLION dollars for federal COVID furloughs!    We talk to Tom Korski about this, who is the managing editor for Blacklocks Reporter, independent newsroom in Ottawa.   

In the Speed Round section of this week's episode, Vlad opens briefly with a recap of Messi's decision and A-Rod's continued fuming on his lost Met's bid. Next Mike quickly covers several new stories including the Chicago Cubs $100MM partnership with DraftKings and the use of technology at this year's US Open.     In their Top Stories section, Vlad takes a deeper look into the NCAA's furloughing of their support staff at headquarters(1). Next, Mike digs into how the bifurcated college football season will dramatically alter the cottage industry built up around the NFL draft. In the final story in this week's episode, Mike sorts through the dynamics of the newly proposed Professional Tennis Players Association including the incentives for top players.      Closing the episode with their C'Mon Man Section, Vlad provides his unique spin on leaving a legacy…  

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(08/24-08/29/20) This week we saw the Tiktok Madness, Japan's Priminister stepping down and major companies announce furloughs. For the latest updates, follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divinginthegreen or visit our website: www.divinginthegreen.com

Bridgett Posey Adam Vicars, Chad Carrodus, and a special guest, Steven Thomas with Sanctuary Mortgage sharing more market stats and insights into furloughs. How they work after the face and how the market is still moving so rapidly.Please subscribe and share with your friends who might be moving or who just want to keep up with the latest in the Atlanta residential market! You can find us anytime online at jmpartners.io

The Facility Focus Forum welcomes facility manager specialist Kadeem Peters, a guest who brings many years of Retail facility maintenance knowledge and tremendous interaction with many vendors while supporting a diverse set of big and small businesses during his tenure. Kadeem admirably opens up about the challenges of being furloughed during the COVID-19 difficulties of 2020, along with the importance of keeping a really positive attitude. With a big heart and New York City mentality and upbringing, this his mindset and attitude are tremendous.

The Three B's discuss ongoing issues with layoffs, furloughs and recalls during COVID-19.  

The Scope is dedicated to having open conversations about healthcare topics relevant to our patients and community. Whether you are trying to answer your own healthcare questions or want to be more informed when scheduling appointments for loved ones, this show is dedicated to helping you become more knowledgeable and involved. In this episode, Ed Clayton, president and CEO of Phelps Health, discusses COVID-19 updates. Please note that social distancing guidelines were followed while filming this podcast. Video quick links: • 0:42--Phelps Health Reopening Services and Procedures • 3:52--Next Steps for Phelps Health • 6:32--What We Have Learned • 7:50--Gradual Reopening • 8:55--How Patients Can Protect Themselves and Us • 11:37--Recovery Process • 13:15--Long-term Changes • 14:43--Furloughs and Finances Resources: • Phelps Health: https://phelpshealth.org/reopening-healthcare-services • Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services: https://health.mo.gov/living/healthcondiseases/communicable/novel-coronavirus/ • The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html • World Health Organization (WHO): https://www.who.int/ You can connect with Phelps Health on the following platforms: • Website: https://phelpshealth.org/ • Twitter: https://twitter.com/PhelpsHealth1 • Facebook: https://facebook.com/PhelpsHealth1 • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/phelpshealth1/ • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/14525428 • YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/c/PhelpsHealth1 • Sound Cloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-550445603

The Oakland Athletics are really taking every step they can to make it more difficult to root for the team. On Tuesday they announced they'd be furloughing front office employees and making pay cuts to those that made over a certain threshold. Tuesday night they decided to announce they they're also going to stop paying minor leaguers $400 a week, but those players also can't seek greener pastures.This is all from a team whose owner has an estimated worth of $2.3 billion and whose slogan is "Rooted in Oakland"Cool.Alex Coffey story on The Athletic This episode is brought to you by Built Bar. Built Bar is the protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to Builtbar.com and use promo code LOCKEDON to get $10 off your first order.Looking for your next book? Try the audiobook edition of 24: Life Stories and Lessons From the Say Hey Kid!Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @LockedonAsFollow Jason on Twitter: @ByJasonBEmail us: LockedonAthletics@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Layoffs. Redundancies. Furloughs. Right-sizing. There are so many ways to say, “Whoops, sorry, you don't have a job here anymore,” and Sarah Hagi has already lived through a few of them. If you've ever been told some nonsense during a job interview about how the company in question is “like a family,” and the reason for the low salary offer is because there's free lunch and booze in the kitchen, this episode is for you. Can't get enough TTFA? Sign up for TTFA Premium for $7.99 a month. You'll get access to exclusive bonus content, ad-free episodes, extended guest interviews and more! Visit TTFA.org/Premium to get started. Shop for your favorite TTFA gear at TTFAmerch.com. You can catch up with TTFA on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook using @ttfapodcast. Nora's Instagram is @noraborealis.TTFA is public media. Which means we are supported by you. You can join us with a contribution at ttfa.org/donate Read the transcript for this episode here. And check out our sponsors this week: Talkspace: talkspace.com with code TTFA Sakara: sakara.com

Layoffs. Redundancies. Furloughs. Right-sizing. There are so many ways to say “you don't have a job here anymore,” and Sarah has already lived through a few of them.

Some states are opening back up for business. Furloughs increase across the country. Pandemic aid from Congress. The president and his immigration executive order. It's our Friday news roundtable. Weijia Jiang, Greg Bluestein and Charlotte Howard join Jane Clayson.

Joining Harry Symeou on this weeks edition of the social club were Ben Haines (@benhainess), creative director at 90min and Harry De Cosemo (@harrydecosemo) to discuss the Newcastle United takeover, Premier League clubs furloughing their non-playing staff, pay cuts and how best to resume the current season.This show was sponsored by tvsportsblog.com, give them a follow on Twitter @tvsportsblogSUBSCRIBE | SHARE | REVIEWSupport the show: http://www.chroniclesafc.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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As the Covid 19 pandemic continues to hinder the real estate market, online real estate brokerage Redfin announced it would furlough 41% of its agents and reduce its staff by 7%.

Furloughs for employees at the Office of Personnel Management are on the table if Congress does not agree to advance the administration's proposed merger with the General Services Administration. The Trump administration went to Capitol Hill last week to describe a dire financial situation for OPM. Officials named furloughs as one of the administration's near-term impossible choices if lawmakers don't go along with the merger. But as Federal News Network's Nicole Ogrysko reported, the typical year-end budget chaos could also put OPM in financial jeopardy. Hear more on Federal Drive with Tom Temin.

As more formerly furloughed feds filter back to work, no doubt they're finding all sorts of piled up tasks both pressing and trivial. To help with the backlog, the Partnership for Public Service has put together a 10-step plan and a special re-open checklist. Margot Conrad, the Partnership's director of federal workforce programs, had more on Federal Drive with Tom Temin.

The longest government shutdown in US history is over. The Office of Management and Budget made it official late Friday night. Notice came after President Donald Trump signed a three-week continuing resolution into law, giving lawmakers and the White House three weeks to negotiate a border security deal. Federal News Network's Nicole Ogrysko joined Federal Drive with Tom Temin to talk about federal employees as they go back to work and when some can expect to get paid.

The government shutdown is in its 33rd day. That means agencies are facing some unprecedented situations and challenges. They're sending out second rounds of shutdown furlough notices to their employees, which has never happened before. And civilian federal employees are expected to miss their second paycheck at the end of the week. Coast Guard retirees could also face a new first. Federal News Network's Nicole Ogrysko joined Federal Drive with Tom Temin to survey the scene.

The longest government shutdown in history is of course affecting agency operations, but what about the mindsets of their employees? Financial burdens and cabin fever may start taking their toll on some of them, as many remained furloughed or working without pay. With more on that, Federal News Network's Eric White joined Federal Drive with Tom Temin.

Congress seems inclined to ensure furloughed and working-without-pay federal employees get their back pay once the shutdown ends. That's always been the case but it's not enough, at least not in the opinion of Jeff Neal, a former federal chief human capital officer. He joined Federal Drive with Tom Temin for more discussion.

The long partial government shutdown has had little effect on the flying public. The Transportation Security Administration has received a lot of attention, especially as reports come of large numbers of officers calling in sick. But what about those in the air transport chain the public doesn't see? The air traffic controllers of the Federal Aviation Administration have also been on the job, and also working without pay. Executive Vice President of the National Air Traffic Controllers Association Trish Gilbert joined Federal Drive with Tom Temin to talk about it.

A growing number of federal employees or people advertising themselves as feds impacted by the government shutdown are setting up pages on GoFundMe to solicit donations. With no guarantee they'll get their next paycheck later this week many say they need dough to help pay bills medical expenses and child care. But if you try this tactic, choose your words carefully. Federal News Network's Nicole Ogrysko joined Federal Drive with Tom Temin on whether these donation campaigns are ethics violations in the making.

Frank Vernuccio is the Editor-in-Chief of the NY Analysis of Policy & Government. He also co-hosts the radio program, "The Vernuccio/Allison Report." He serves as President of COMACTA. With the sequestration, civilian workforces will be furloughed, and the impacts will be felt socially and economically. Many dangers will occur as a result of furloughing so many Department of Defense employees. Vernuccio explains how these will affect military personnel. The New York Analysis of Policy & Government provides practical reviews of key issues facing the United States on the federal, state and local levels. Vernuccio co-hosts the "And Nothing But the Truth" radio show on WVOX in Westchester, NY with Larry Allison. He has extensive experience as a legislative writer, columnist, and policy analyst, with a background in both Republican and Democrat administrations. View Frank Vernuccio's work at www.usagovpolicy.com/.

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