Inspiration
VIDEO: Leadership Lessons from Craig Donohue, Merc CEO
In his video, Craig Donohue (Merc CEO) advises on: Whom to hire, Succeeding as a young manager, Handling office politics, and Managing on a global stage.
Read MoreHappy Thanksgiving….
Fred De Witt Van Amburgh: "None is more impoverished than the one who has no gratitude. Gratitude is a currency that we can mint for ourselves, and spend without fear of bankruptcy."
Read MoreThe High Cost of Turnover
Just how much does turnover cost a company? According to Families and Work Institute experts, it cost about 75% of a non-managerial worker's annual salary and at least 150% of a manager's annual salary to get replacements! Are you taking care of your employees?
Read MoreVIDEO: Forget Six Degrees…Let’s Talk About One Degree
So you think one degree – one tiny degree – can’t make a difference? View this clip called ‘212’ and think again! Enjoy.
Read MoreFinding Your Inner Sculptor
B.C. Forbes: "Think not of yourself as the architect of your career but as the sculptor. Expect to have to do a lot of hard hammering and chiseling and scraping and polishing."
Read MoreMergers and Stars
In her new book, , A Merger of Equals, Debra Snider offers insight into how business women think. And challenge women professionals to find their passion and use their talent to define life's successes.
Read MoreGoing back to Google for a moment…
How does your corporation describe its culture and philosophy? Here's a great example that succinctly provides a clear idea of who Google is!
Read MoreI Don’t Have To Be Me Til Monday
If you missed the Country Music Awards this week and still need a fix of great music, you can still check out my favorite artist – and friend – Steve Azar on tour with Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band. “You Don’t Know A Thing,” is Steve’s latest hit, with the video airing on CMT and GAC video networks. I think it is destined to be another #1, just like I Don’t Have To Be Me Til Monday from his album “Waitin on Joe.” Enjoy! Aug. 26, 2006. Joe’s In ChicagoCopyright 2006@ Steve Azar.com. Photo taken by Dawn Sheppard...
Read MoreTap Into Your Creativity: Set an Idea Quota
Leaders are expected to be creative but few receive training to help them learn or unleash their creativity. Try this technique, by Michael Michalko, on setting an idea quota!
Read MoreGoogle, YouTube, and You
Google acquired YouTube last month. Watch this inspiring YouTube video for a start! Turn up your audio and listen to the accompanying song.
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