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How to Get Ten Hours of Your Week Back

Next Level Blog

It comes from Caroline Starner who, when I interviewed her for my book, Overworked and Overwhelmed , was the head of human resources for the sunglass and sports apparel company, Oakley. The goal each Friday was to cancel 20% of the meetings two weeks out.

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20 Reasons Why Companies Should Do Less Better

In the CEO Afterlife

Today, 40% of Nike’s revenue comes from apparel and sporting goods. What’s left in apparel and sporting goods is a good strategic fit with Nike’s operations. The goal isn’t more people; it’s less. They are kidding themselves. Nike began as a shoe company. Have they also lost their way? Prioritize project lists.

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15 Nuggets of Wisdom From 15 Entrepreneurs

Terry Starbucker

“Bring together complimentary ideas and a common goal” - Klaus Frueh , President of TomegaVax, who is working on a vaccine for the HIV virus. “Dedicate yourself to your mission, and be highly iterative” – Peter Platt , co-owner of Andina, an award-winning Peruvian restaurant in Portland.

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What Does the Term “Business Casual Attire” Mean?

HR Digest

Also known as: “business professional” or “office casual, ” this dress code is not meant for sports or leisure activities outside of the office environment. We’ve here some examples of how this apparel style can be used in different kinds of business situations, so you know exactly when to apply these styles.

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2020 Top CHRO List – The People Leaders To Watch

N2Growth Blog

Mary Bilbrey, CHRO at JLL (NYSE:JLL) : Bilbrey leads a team of more than 90,000 professionals that deliver thought partnership, problem-solving, and tactical support to help drive JLL’s business goals and priorities. She is wildly intuitive, crazy smart, and intellectually curious. Blank Family Foundation. Affiliates.

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Is There a CEO Afterlife? | In the CEO Afterlife

In the CEO Afterlife

Bottom line, I love a challenge and I’m every bit as goal-oriented as I was thirty years ago. Former CEO of sports apparel maker Russell Corporation, Jack Ward puts his time and money into helping inner-city kids. Many find satisfaction using their influence to help others.

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Distant Replay: My Mid-Life Crisis | In the CEO Afterlife

In the CEO Afterlife

Going through those archives, I re-discovered my kids’ baby years, their birthday parties, sports teams, class pics, and celebrations with friends and family. Her younger brother is wearing a blazer and a tie for the first time; he is proud of his new apparel, although the look on his face doesn’t support the premise.

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