In the CEO Afterlife

APRIL 23, 2012

As a kid in sports, I played my heart out, hated my opponents and cried when I lost. The late French author Andre Maurois once said, “Business is a combination of sport and war.” Clearly define your goals. Like a sports scorecard, competitive spirit demands measurement and accountability of performance.

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Power Sports Competitive Advantage Advertising 208

In the CEO Afterlife

APRIL 24, 2017

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? Nike is a Do Less Better company.

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Company Apparel Competitive Advantage Long-term 177

In the CEO Afterlife

AUGUST 7, 2011

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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CEO Golden Parachute Welch Human Resources 100

In the CEO Afterlife

AUGUST 23, 2011

Going through those archives, I re-discovered my kids’ baby years, their birthday parties, sports teams, class pics, and celebrations with friends and family. well, I think it is still a good idea to plan for it by redfining our goals with spiritualistic intent. As for the future. Leave a Reply Cancel reply.

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Crisis CEO Brand Apparel 100

In the CEO Afterlife

MARCH 18, 2015

Their goal is to make accounting, simple. Nike is known for linking the spirit of American pop culture to sports by capitalizing on the public’s idolization of athletic heroes. Despite the limited product line that doesn’t even include a chicken burger, In-N-Out’s sales per outlet rivals those of Macdonald’s.

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Apparel Brand Franchising Competitive Advantage 100