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09/09/2025

🎉 Excited to Attend the 2025 Mississippi SHRM Conference in Biloxi! 🎉

I’ll be joining fellow HR professionals at the 2025 Mississippi SHRM Conference, taking place September 8–10, 2025, at the IP Casino Resort & Spa in Biloxi, MS.  

I’m looking forward to diving into the latest in:
• HR Best Practices — Enhancing how we manage and support our greatest asset: our people
• Employment Law Updates — Staying compliant and informed on the evolving legal landscape
• HR Trends & Learning & Development — Embracing new strategies to grow and engage our workforce

Can’t wait to connect with peers, learn from top speakers, and bring fresh ideas back to the workplace. Are you attending too? Let’s meet up!

05/26/2025

REMEMBER and HONOR
All Gave Some...
Some Gave All....
We see these words today but truly stop what you are doing and let it sink in. Give but just a moment to honor the men and women you know or do not know that gave their lives for our Freedom. Say a prayer for their families. 🇺🇸 🇺🇸🇺🇸

04/03/2025

SHRM Brunch & Learn CE class! Committing to ongoing learning and staying up-to-date on the newest employment laws and regulations.

02/02/2025

EPIC HOMES 228-217-6144
Location, Location, Location!
Welcome to the prestigious Edgewater Estates, a prime location just minutes from the beach, AFB, shopping, and nestled in a non-flood zone. This spacious 1,852 sq ft home offers endless potential and is just waiting for someone to add their personal touch.

Inside, you’ll find two generous Primary suites, each with walk-in closets and their own full bathrooms, both featuring beautiful tile work. The open entryway with 10 ft ceilings invites you into a home with a formal living and dining room, perfect for entertaining. The large kitchen and laundry room offer plenty of space, and the bonus room with a separate entrance can easily serve as a third bedroom, office, or additional living area.

Parking is never an issue with a curved front driveway and a side driveway leading to a 1-car garage, offering plenty of space for guests and residents alike. Enjoy peace and quiet in this well-established neighborhood.

The fenced backyard is a private oasis with a large storage shed and cement patio for relaxing or entertaining. This home is being sold AS-IS, and with a little TLC, it could be the ideal rental, beach house, or forever home.

A MUST SEE at this price!

01/16/2025

Looking for a pay boost? These easy-to-implement tips are frequently neglected by employees. ✅

12/12/2024

Early HR class. Always developing and enhancing personal and professional skills.

11/14/2024

As an HR professional, ongoing education and skill updates are crucial in the rapidly evolving landscape of AI.
For consulting expertise, please contact JJ McMurtry, SHRM-CP, directly at 228-297-7085.

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11/11/2024

11/05/2024

💼 Why Incivility is Costing Companies Millions 💸

Workplace incivility is more than just bad manners—it’s a financial drain that impacts a company’s bottom line in big ways. The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) has spotlighted this issue, revealing that even small acts of rudeness can set off a costly ripple effect. Here’s how:

• Productivity Loss: When employees feel disrespected or belittled, their motivation drops. SHRM reports that employees distracted by incivility are less productive, leading to missed deadlines and lower-quality work.
• Increased Turnover: Nobody wants to stay in a hostile environment. High turnover means more money spent on recruiting, training, and onboarding—expenses that add up fast. SHRM data shows turnover due to incivility can cost companies hundreds of thousands annually.
• Health Costs & Absenteeism: Stress from toxic interactions leads to increased sick days and higher health insurance claims, which means higher healthcare costs. Burnout and mental health concerns stemming from poor treatment hurt both employees and the company’s wallet.
• Reputation Damage: Employees who leave due to toxic environments often share their experiences. This negative publicity affects recruitment efforts, making it harder (and more expensive) to attract top talent.

Investing in a culture of respect and civility isn’t just about being nice—it’s smart business. By fostering a positive, respectful workplace, companies can improve productivity, lower turnover, and ultimately save millions. 💼

I Market LLC
JJ McMurtry, SHRM-CP
228-297-7085