Welcome to the professional work place where managing people is an everyday challenge. There are those that get it done — day in and day out — and rise to every challenge with a sense of ownership. These gems are few and far between. These are … [Read more...]
Here We Go Again
August 29, 2016 by
Today, I start my 27th year of teaching at The University of Tampa. If nothing else, that singular fact makes me feel old. The good news is that I am still surrounded by young women and men, who never fail to keep me on my toes. There is always a … [Read more...]
Align Philosophically
August 11, 2016 by
When people in an organization are not philosophically aligned to the existing vision and mindset, they are doomed to fail. I have often heard that we should 'hire for talent, and retain for character'. Part of that character is a common mindset. … [Read more...]
Snakes and Ladders
August 8, 2016 by
The children's board game raises its ugly head in our adult world. The corporate ladder is real — a never ending quest to get ahead without consideration of those who get left behind, or those who get hurt. Fortunately, we are, to a degree, insulated … [Read more...]
