In the CEO Afterlife
JUNE 16, 2014
If you were looking for a new job, which of the following fictitious companies might you be most interested in pursuing? This tells me that you favor industries and companies that offer a higher moral purpose. The vast majority of companies and industries are engaged in products and services that are morally neutral.
In the CEO Afterlife
MAY 20, 2014
Forget about throwing heaps of cash at such initiatives as computer systems, advertising, equipment, recruiting – even training. Culture is the state of mind that says, “These are the things that really matter in this company. Some companies thrive on innovative cultures. For a moment, take a deep breath. Mindsets are free.
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In the CEO Afterlife
MAY 6, 2016
Heinz Company who erected a factory in Leamington in 1908. Like the struggling little train edging toward a daunting hill, plant workers, farmers, politicians and investors said, “We think we can. Leamington, a little town in the province of Ontario is the tomato capital of Canada. We think we can. We think we can.
In the CEO Afterlife
OCTOBER 18, 2015
He joined the boards of industry associations, he cross-trained in other departments, and he connected with skilled practitioners of his craft from other companies. In the years to follow, Walter enrolled in supply management courses at some of the best universities. Leaders Influence Directly AND Indirectly.
In the CEO Afterlife
MAY 30, 2011
One of his students (Jeffrey) was a very serious, young tenor from the La Scala Opera Company. I engaged in a battle royal,” wrote Ben, “not with Jeffrey but with his pride, his training, his need to look good, and the years of applause he had received for his extraordinary voice. I began by asking if he was willing to be coached.”.
In the CEO Afterlife
MAY 21, 2012
Companies who play poker well are often not into strategic planning; neither are they obsessively fretting about competitive moves on the strategic game board. These companies are obsessed with operational details. You make it now. A business without poker would not only be boring but also limited in potential.
In the CEO Afterlife
NOVEMBER 4, 2012
It turns out that my training and experience had equipped me perfectly for this epic act of self-deceit. Enhanced a few companies’ bottom lines. This was my gig. My schtick. Constructing a compelling and convincing argument to buy, from the thinnest of evidence was what we did. At least creatively speaking.
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