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Former McCluer North principal sues school district for demotion, sexual harassment

7 months 3 weeks ago
ST. LOUIS - The former principal of McCluer North High School is suing the Ferguson-Florissant School District after he claims he was demoted for refusing a sexual advance made by the superintendent. According to our partners at the Post-Dispatch, Frank Williams is accusing superintendent Joseph Davis of retaliation after he was placed on administrative leave [...]
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The Importance of Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace

7 months 3 weeks ago
In today’s fast-paced and ever-evolving work environment, technical skills and knowledge are often not enough to guarantee success. Increasingly, employers are recognizing the importance of emotional intelligence (EI), a set of skills that help individuals manage their own emotions and understand the emotions of others. This article explores the concept of emotional intelligence, its key components, its significance in the workplace, and practical ways to cultivate it. Understanding Emotional Intelligence Emotional intelligence, a term popularized by psychologist Daniel Goleman, is defined as the ability to recognize, understand, and manage our own emotions, as well as the ability to recognize, understand, and influence the emotions of others. EI is typically broken down into five key components: Self-Awareness : The ability to recognize one’s own emotions and their impact on thoughts and behavior. Self-aware individuals can assess their strengths and weaknesses accurately.

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This Day in History on January 2: Henry Ford Debuts Assembly Line

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January 2nd has seen its fair share of significant events throughout history, shaping the political, cultural, and social landscapes of nations across the globe. In 1492, a significant moment took place when the Catholic Monarchs, Ferdinand II of Aragon and Isabella I of Castile, formally completed the Reconquista with the capture of Granada, the last Muslim stronghold in Spain. This event not only marked the end of centuries of Islamic rule in the Iberian Peninsula but also paved the way for the unification of Spain under Christian rule. This unification would later influence Spain's expansive exploration and colonization efforts in the Americas, fundamentally altering the course of history for both Europe and the New World. In the realm of science and technology, January 2, 1913, is remembered for the first public demonstration of the use of the modern assembly line by Henry Ford at his factory in Highland Park, Michigan. This revolutionary production method drastically changed

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