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Dec 2023
5m 27s

The Million Dollar Question (and Answer)

DARREN HARDY LLC
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Leaders, it's time to rethink pay raises. Dig into this crucial leadership dilemma posed by Carl Watson: how to handle requests for pay raises. Learn the art of balancing fair compensation with performance and why money isn't just about the amount, but the value it brings.

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