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AINsight: Restoring Civility in the Workplace

As a nation, we’ve become extremely divided—and it’s negatively affecting our workforce culture.

By Sheryl Barden • AIN Contributor

January 29, 2021

Everywhere I go it seems like controversial topics quickly become front and center. At my book club, my weekly golf group, in work meetings, and of course on TV.

As a nation, we’ve become extremely divided—and it’s negatively affecting our workforce culture. Our business aviation community is not immune.

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Sheryl Barden

AIN Contributor

About the author

Sheryl Barden, CAM, is CEO of Aviation Personnel International, the longest-running recruiting and HR consulting firm dedicated to business aviation. A recognized thought leader on workforce and leadership issues, she is an NBAA CAM Fellow, past member of NBAA’s board of directors and advisory council, and recipient of NBAA’s John P. “Jack” Doswell Award for lifetime achievement and service to business aviation.

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