A number of years ago I had a colleague with a special talent. She had the ability — and maybe a special honing device — that allowed her to quickly identify and make a beeline for the most important person in the room. We often teased her that she … [Read more...]
Get off my bus!
November 13, 2013 by
What should you do when one bad apple in the organization undermines the entire leadership and collegial culture of our business school in front of external evaluators? You throw them off the bus — lock, stock and barrel! Some of us ‘old-timers’ … [Read more...]
My Mentor
October 29, 2013 by
After many years I reconnected with my mentor, Dr. Paul Hensel. Speaking to him after so many years was heart warming. He will always have a very special place in my heart. I am not sure I would have ever completed my doctorate, or be where I am … [Read more...]
Second Chances
October 25, 2013 by
I have built my life on second chances — at work, at home, and my life in general. As a result, I am a better professional, a better father, a better husband, and certainly a better human being. We develop expectations of those we love and trust, … [Read more...]
