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  Link to a show episode  I’m producing a podcast series highlighting the voices of laid-off Black federal employees — your challenges, triumphs, and what’s next. If you’d like to share your story, please follow the link to use this form:   https://forms.gle/TUNyF3eaJxbPvRgF9 Why Blacks? Ask the Heritage Foundation ! Here’s the link to  Project 2025  (also known as the “2025 Presidential Transition Project”): PDF hosted by The Heritage Foundation — Mandate for Leadership: The Conservative Promise   Let's gather ourselves together. Here are some ways how: 💼  Professional & Advocacy Networks Blacks in Government ( BIG ) – a national nonprofit supporting Black federal, state, and local employees. They often spotlight members’ career experiences. You can contact local chapters or post a request to speak with former federal employees. Website:  bignet.org National Urban League  – through their workforce development or employment empowerment p...

DMAIC Six Sigma , a data-driven methodology for process improvement, has revolutionized businesses worldwide since its inception at Motorola . By minimizing defects and variability, it delivers substantial financial and operational benefits.  Pioneered by Motorola with a remarkable 94% defect reduction in core processes, Six Sigma gained global prominence through General Electric ’s (GE) implementation under CEO Jack Welch , yielding over $2 billion in annual benefits by 1999. This established it as a benchmark for excellence. At 3M , Six Sigma extended beyond manufacturing to environmental sustainability. Training over 55,000 employees across all belt levels prevented 2.6 million pounds of pollutants and saved more than $1 billion. Remarkably, they achieved a 61% reduction in volatile air emissions, surpassing their 25% goal, proving its applicability to green initiatives.   An illustration of the 8 wastes in Lean Six Sigma , highlighting 3M’s approach to efficiency and su...

  How to Use Lo-Fi ASMR and Magnets for Back Pain Relief Magnets placed on lower back. Are you tired of chronic back pain disrupting your daily life? Explore natural, non-invasive methods like Lo-Fi ASMR and magnetic therapy for potential relief. These alternative approaches can promote relaxation and reduce discomfort without medication . Understanding Lo-Fi ASMR for Pain Management Lo-Fi ASMR combines low-fidelity sounds , whispers, and gentle triggers to induce tingles and deep relaxation. Studies suggest frequencies like 174 Hz in ASMR tracks may alleviate back pain and migraines by acting as natural pain relievers.   How to use it: Create a cozy setup with headphones , search for “ Lo-Fi ASMR back pain relief” on YouTube, and listen for 20-30 minutes daily. Pair it with light yoga stretches for enhanced effects.   Harnessing Magnets for Back Support Magnetic therapy involves wearing belts or pads embedded with magnets to improve blood flow and ease infla...

  Don't know what to gather and give ? Try these. There is a food bank donation box at the YWCA I attend. On my way! To donate.  Here’s a clear list of specific items that food banks most need and appreciate — broken down by category so you can choose easily: 🥫  Non-Perishable Food These are the top essentials most food banks request: Canned proteins: tuna , chicken , salmon , chili , stew , beans Canned fruits (in juice or light syrup) Canned vegetables (low-sodium preferred) Peanut butter or nut butters Soup and broth (low-sodium if possible) Pasta and pasta sauce (in plastic jars or cans, not glass) Rice , quinoa, or couscous Boxed mac and cheese Instant mashed potatoes Shelf-stable milk or plant-based milks (in cartons) 🍞   Dry Goods & Grains Oatmeal or instant oats Whole-grain cereals Crackers or granola bars Flour and cornmeal Dry beans and lentils 👶  Baby & Child Essentials Baby food (unopened jars or pouches, not ex...