Stretched Thin

It is tough to sustain quality and excellence when resources don't stay in line with growth. The economic downturn of the past few years became the excuse for "doing more with less." The new normal now calls for greater productivity with fewer … [Read more...]

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...]

What Can We Learn from Professional Athletes?

I have been amazed at the athletic prowess in professional sports on display these past few weeks. The ability to fly through the air to dunk a basketball, smack baseballs a mile, and hit golf balls with precision and power is enviable and … [Read more...]

Performance Reviews are a Tricky Business

Most of us think that we are exceptional at our jobs and deserve the kudos that go with that belief. When it comes time for performance reviews, reality meets the mirage. We may not necessarily be as good as we think we are....in the eyes of those … [Read more...]