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Acey Gaspard

Founder of A Touch of Business with years of experience holding management positions and running various businesses. Acey shares experience through various articles and with various authors to bring you a unique collection of articles related to managing and running a business.

If You’re Too Busy, You’re Not Leading: A Story Every Manager Should Read

February 22, 2026June 28, 2025 by Acey Gaspard
Colored pencil sketch of a stressed woman typing on a laptop amidst papers at a desk with a city view window behind her.

Being busy isn’t the same as leading. This story breaks down how one executive transformed her chaotic workload into a culture of empowered, strategic leadership.

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What Hijacking Actually Looks Like in Conversations

February 22, 2026June 27, 2025 by Acey Gaspard
Realistic colored pencil drawing of two professional women in a serious office conversation, one gesturing, the other listening.

A relatable story about how even experienced leaders can accidentally hijack conversations. Learn when to share, when to listen, and how to keep support focused on others.

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Helpdesk IT Ticket Story – How 10 Minutes of Clarity Saved the Day

February 22, 2026June 26, 2025 by Acey Gaspard
Colored pencil drawing of a man and woman discussing charts on a computer screen in a professional office setting.

A relatable helpdesk IT ticket story that shows how clear, structured communication can save hours of back-and-forth and keep operations running smoothly.

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When Work Becomes Your Refuge: A Manager’s Guide to Supporting Struggling Employees

February 22, 2026June 25, 2025 by Acey Gaspard
Muted colored pencil drawing of a man and woman in a serious, tense professional discussion at an office table.

This story explores how one manager helped a struggling employee refocus and rebuild confidence—offering practical lessons for leaders in every industry.

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When Your Audience Isn’t Technical: How to Make It Click

February 22, 2026June 24, 2025 by Acey Gaspard
Man and woman seated at a table discussing documents in a professional office, colored pencil art.

Tom’s story reveals how translating technical details into business language can turn confusion into clarity and help management make better decisions. A practical communication lesson.

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The Weekend That Changed Everything: A Manager’s Work-Life Balance Story

February 22, 2026June 23, 2025 by Acey Gaspard
Muted colored pencil drawing of a woman working on a laptop at a desk next to a window with natural light.

A powerful story about burnout, boundaries, and how one manager’s small Friday ritual created lasting work-life balance—at work and at home.

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When Meetings Go Wrong: A Story of Real Change

February 22, 2026June 22, 2025 by Acey Gaspard
Realistic drawing of a tense business meeting with coworkers in a serious discussion around a conference table.

When meetings go wrong, the issue isn’t always what’s said—but how and when it’s said. This story unpacks one team’s turning point and the timeless meeting habits they built from it.

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A Story About the Power of Speaking at the Right Speed

February 22, 2026June 20, 2025 by Acey Gaspard
Colored pencil sketch of a woman presenting to a listening man in an office, gesturing to a blank whiteboard.

A story about how speaking too quickly nearly cost a consultant a major client—and what she learned from slowing down.

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How “What If” Thinking Turned a Risky Choice into a Smarter Business Move

February 22, 2026June 19, 2025 by Acey Gaspard
Realistic colored pencil drawing of four people in a business meeting discussing charts on a presentation board.

Operational risks can be invisible—until you ask the right questions. This true story shows how pausing led to better business results.

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How One Freight Broker’s Story Shows the Power of Speaking Clearly

February 22, 2026June 18, 2025 by Acey Gaspard
Stressed office worker on phone, gesturing over papers. Realistic colored pencil illustration style.

When a freight crisis hit Freightlynx Network, one broker learned how trimming the fluff improved everything—from client trust to team efficiency.

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