On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s California Employment Law Podcast with attorney Ward Heinrichs, he unpacks key updates in California’s minimum wage laws. From the FAST Recovery Act and increased wages for healthcare workers to proposed changes affecting hospitality workers in San Diego, this episode provides a timely midyear reminder for both employers and employees to stay informed.

📖 Read the article: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/midyear-reminder-of-new-california-minimum-wage-laws-2025/ 👨‍⚖️ About Ward Heinrichs: http://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/ 🎧 More episodes: https://ward-heinrichs-employment-law.podbean.com/ 🔊 Part of the Success Express Podcast Channel on the Big Blend Radio Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork

In this eye-opening episode of Big Blend Radio’s SUPERVISION MATTERS Podcast, organizational coach and author Rita Sever (Supervision Matters & Leading for Justice) explores the often-overlooked impact of hidden rules in the workplace.

From inclusion to exclusion, hidden rules shape our daily interactions—often without us realizing it. Rita breaks down how these unspoken norms function in organizational and cultural settings, why they can create challenges for newcomers, and how leaders and HR professionals can address them to build healthier, more transparent work environments.

🎙️ Key Takeaways: • Hidden rules can both foster belonging and cause exclusion. • Cultural misunderstandings often stem from unspoken expectations. • HR plays a vital role in uncovering and addressing these silent norms. • Transparency and communication help prevent workplace inequities. • New employees should feel empowered to ask about unwritten rules. • Mentorship or a buddy system can help ease integration. • Organizations must align stated values with actual practices.

📌 Resources & Links: 🔹 Visit Rita Sever: https://supervisionmatters.com/ 🔹 Listen to all SUPERVISION MATTERS episodes: https://supervisionmatters.podbean.com/ 🔹 Discover more business & career podcasts on Big Blend Radio Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork

On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s SUCCESS EXPRESS Business & Career Show, Lea Brovedani, internationally known as “The Trust Architect,” debunks some of the most common myths about trust and reveals how these misconceptions may be holding you back.

What if trust isn't just a feeling—but a series of behaviors, choices, and shared values? In this empowering conversation, Lea explores the multifaceted nature of trust, offering practical strategies for building and rebuilding it in both personal and professional relationships. You'll learn how emotional intelligence, effective communication, and incremental actions all play a critical role in developing lasting trust.

🔑 Key Takeaways: • Trust is an outcome of behaviors, not a given. • It can be lost quickly—but rebuilt over time. • Trust exists in areas, not as an all-or-nothing concept. • Expectations, communication, and shared values are foundational. • Leadership and competence are essential for workplace trust. • Past experiences and gut instincts influence how we trust. • Rebuilding trust requires consistent, committed effort.

Lea Brovedani has been named one of North America’s Top Thought Leaders on Trust by Trust Across America. She’s an author, speaker, and workshop facilitator. Her books include: 📘 Trust Me: Restore Belief & Confidence in an Uncertain World 📘 TRUSTED – Secret Lessons from an Inspired Leader

Beyond her leadership development work, Lea is also a certified death doula, offering compassionate support and guidance for end-of-life planning.

🔗 Learn more about Lea’s work on trust: https://leabrovedani.com 🔗 Explore her end-of-life services: https://souljourneydoula.com 🎙️ Follow the SUCCESS EXPRESS Podcast: https://success-express-business.podbean.com/