Look Beneath the Surface

Sometimes the people who get the credit don't always deserve it. Behind the scenes are people who do a bulk of the work, burn the midnight oil, and use creative talent while getting little or no recognition. "Your job is to make me look good," I … [Read more...]

A Job for Life – In Defense of Tenure

The system of tenure at most universities was designed to protect intellectual diversity and free thought. There is value in both these goals. In reality it creates a scenario where faculty have a job for life. As a tenured professor, for the most … [Read more...]

Nurturing Growth – Celebrating the Life of a One year Old

The Southshore Montessori School celebrates its first birthday today! Next week close to a hundred children will dress up in their Halloween costumes and 'sugar up' to the delight of the candy companies. 300 days ago, we were holding our … [Read more...]

Liability

Liability is a funny thing. It forces changes in behavior with an eye towards protecting your business, your family, and your life. The fact that America is a litigious society is well documented. The fact that ambulance chasers and private … [Read more...]