Can you believe it’s already September? 🍂 I hope you had an eventful summer and were able to take time for some relaxation and self-care as well.  

Given the undeniable impact of the events and changes that have been happening both domestically and globally over the past few years, months and now weeks, we will certainly need to bank on the feelings of summer memories and fun-filled experiences to stay grounded for what’s in store for the rest of the year.  

Why do I write this? Considering this past “summer of distractions”, companies are seeing a decrease in productivity also brought on by anxiety from the external news cycles and the fear of layoffs. And with the 2024 Presidential elections less than 54 days from now, there’s potential for additional stress, perhaps accompanied by the need for difficult conversations that employees might experience.  Whether you are a Republican, Democrat, Independent, Libertarian, or something in-between, it’s hard to