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Ask Rusty: Can I Still Suspend My Social Security Benefits?
Dear Rusty: Is it still possible to suspend Social Security benefits for a time? And, if so, how often? Signed: Curious Senior Dear Curious Senior: If you have already reached your full retirement age and are receiving Social Security benefits which you claimed earlier, you can voluntarily suspend your benefits to earn Delayed Retirement Credits […]
VIEWPOINT: 5 Tips to Stop Fear From Blocking Your Path to Success
Fear has been a common emotion throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. But with vaccinations bringing hope of a return to normalcy, public confidence is making a comeback. For many, however, fear was an obstacle well before the virus. And as new opportunities emerge in a changing economy, fear can prevent people from pursuing opportunities that could help
NONPROFIT MANAGEMENT: COVID Puts More Pressure on Already Stressed Nonprofits
“In every crisis, doubt or confusion, take the higher path – the path of compassion, courage, understanding, and love.” — Amit Ray The COVID-19 pandemic has changed our world in many ways. The frustration of what constitutes the post-pandemic “new normal” represents a tremendous uncertainty for all organizations, particularly not-for-profits. For example, less than one year ago,
VIEWPOINT: Seven Great Ways to Create a Really Inclusive Workplace
In a recent article in Harvard Business Review, Elisabeth Kelan writes about “gender fatigue,” which she describes as the phenomenon of people acknowledging that gender inequality exists in general, but not in their workplace. Lots of people, it seems, are all for gender equity, inclusion, and a diverse workforce. Yet, it is just not happening. It reminded
VIEWPOINT: The Work-From-Home Vs. Return-To-Office Debate
What employees, bosses should consider Many Americans have been working from home full time for a year now since COVID-19 hit the U.S. And many prefer that arrangement to a traditional office. In a survey, 65 percent said they want to work remotely full time after the pandemic. That could pose a problem for them and their
VIEWPOINT: Syracuse-area native serves aboard “Fast and Feared” U.S. Navy warship
A native of the Syracuse area is serving in the U.S. Navy aboard USS James E. Williams, a guided-missile destroyer, currently participating in counter-drug operations in the eastern Pacific Ocean and Caribbean Sea. Chief Petty Officer Ryan M. Sullivan, a 2001 Jamesville-DeWitt High School graduate, joined the Navy 14 years ago. Today, Sullivan, serves aboard a ship with
CEO FOCUS: New Program Advances Region’s Leadership in Unmanned-Systems Industry
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) recently announced that Syracuse Hancock International Airport was selected as one of five airports in the country for its drone detection and mitigation-research program. As part of the program, the Syracuse airport will test systems that detect and block drones in a real-world environment that includes both commercial and military aircraft. This
VIEWPOINT: 5 Tips to Transform a Micromanager Into a Servant Leader
The word micromanager often carries a negative connotation because, from an employee’s perspective, that type of leader is over-involved in his work, creates tension, and doesn’t trust employees enough to do their job. Servant leadership, on the other hand, brokers mutual trust because such leaders believe in employees’ skills and knowledge. With a more collaborative and positive
VIEWPOINT: Warning To Remote Workers: Out of Sight Could Mean Out of Job
Although the debate continues about whether the business world will return to normal even after most people receive the COVID-19 vaccine, the expectation is that many companies will soon call employees back to the office. Some workers may still get to work part time from home, and some businesses will make remote work permanent. But the tension
VIEWPOINT: Tips to help make the most of your health plan in 2021
Last year was a difficult one as the COVID-19 pandemic swept through our country, impacting families and communities nationwide. The health challenges of the pandemic also provided a crucial reminder about the importance of health care. For many New York residents and Americans, new health-plan benefits for 2021 began in January. If this is your situation, now
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