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...]
Resilience
March 28, 2016 by
It is common to make excuses, as to why life does not go according to plan. It is easy to point fingers at others for our shortcomings, or blame our particular circumstances. The good ones rarely complain in the face of adversity. They drown out the … [Read more...]
Equitable Pay
August 25, 2015 by
There are some in academe who believe that all professors should be paid the same, irrespective of their field of specialization. A little bit like yours truly wanting to be paid as much as as a brain surgeon because we are both "Doctors". By title? … [Read more...]
