It was October 1, 1991. I had a “good” job as the Employee Benefits and Medical Department Supervisor for a global appliance manufacturer. I knew I had an… Continue Reading

It was October 1, 1991. I had a “good” job as the Employee Benefits and Medical Department Supervisor for a global appliance manufacturer. I knew I had an… Continue Reading
The beautiful distractions of summer vacations are over. Kids have returned to school. Colleges and universities have welcomed returning and new students. Lockers are slamming and lecture halls… Continue Reading
Joseph and Sally, co-workers at Software Solutions, were walking to the break-room and overheard the managers in their meeting talking about bringing in an outside vendor to market… Continue Reading
Have you ever imagined what it would be like to be on the most rewarding and fulfilling team in the entire world? This most incredible team had… Continue Reading
Employees don’t leave companies. They leave managers. That is probably something that you’ve heard before. According to Gallup’s State of the American Manager report, one in two… Continue Reading
You’ve probably heard the saying about how “there is no I in team.” It’s catchy. It’s cute. And, with all due respect to former Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Vernon… Continue Reading
Nothing stays the same. And that is the #1 reason that management is so difficult. Team members come and go. Projects are adjusted. Deadlines move. Plans don’t go… Continue Reading
I work with hundreds of managers each year. Some of these managers are also deemed leaders, yet they perform management functions — even if they are the CEO/President… Continue Reading
While walking down a forest trail you probably notice trees growing all around you? How many of them can you identify by species? Is this one an oak… Continue Reading
I always find that taking time out and unplugging is the best way I can clear my head and really focus on new ideas. One of my go-to… Continue Reading
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The beautiful distractions of summer vacations are over. Kids have returned to school. Colleges and universities have welcomed returning and new students. Lockers are slamming and lecture halls… More >