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- High, Low, Buffalo

- While We Were Working: Should Companies Have In Person Gatherings? A.K.A. Holiday Parties, Return To Office Parties, Etc.

- Consultant’s Corner: “My Employee Doesn't Have PTO And Wants Time Off...What Should I Do?”

Hosts: Joey Price and Sommer Ketron

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On this episode:

- High, Low, Buffalo

- While We Were Working: Should Companies Have In Person Gatherings? A.K.A. Holiday Parties, Return To Office Parties, Etc.

- Consultant’s Corner: “My Employee Doesn't Have PTO And Wants Time Off...What Should I Do?”

Hosts: Joey Price and Sommer Ketron