The following post is from the blog archives from a year ago (originally published on April 16, 2015 http://www.5oclockreflections.com/organizational-transitions/). Changes in leadership are difficult, at best. There are no easy answers. … [Read more...]
IQ Failure
April 13, 2016 by
You are probably familiar with the notion that we must hire for talent, but retain for character. Malcolm Gladwell is of the opinion that intellect is potentially limiting, and provides a narrow set of skills to succeed in business. Past failures can … [Read more...]
Chase Excellence
March 30, 2016 by
Don't chase the dollar, chase the vision. It is easy to compromise on standards, and easier to cut corners, all for the mighty dollar. Chase excellence. Chase after good people, and enable them to be successful, so that they too can follow your … [Read more...]
Multiple Personalities
March 29, 2016 by
I had lunch today with a lady of Japanese descent who grew up in Brazil for 30 years, and has now lived in the US for the last 30. As we explored opportunities to collaborate between her association and my University, I was pleasantly surprised and … [Read more...]
