About five minutes later, I was putting an eight foot Fraser fir on the rack when I heard Jack’s voice through the trees – he was gathering the Scouts. On a chilly Sunday evening recently I watched a young man take his first successful steps as a leader. MORE
God knows I'm no Tory, and I never set eyes on a Whig yet without feeling the need of a bath, but I remember thinking as I looked at Gladstone that day: "Well, if that's one of the bright particular stars of English public life, Flashy my boy, you ought to be at Westminster yourself." - From Flash for Freedom by George MacDonald Fraser MORE
Steve FraserThe American corporation - subject not to the whims, faith,and prejudices of a founding owner or his dynastic heirs, but to the more impersonal motivations of managerial functionaries - is among the most politically correct institutions in the country. MORE
Jacks of Simon Fraser University reviewed this evidence a few years ago along with before-and-after data from when futures trading in various commodities started , he still concluded that "futures markets are systematically associated with lower levels of commodity price volatility." Commodities trading, Adam Smith wrote in 1776 , was a boon to efficiency and a foe to famine. MORE
I recently posted a list of 60 extraordinary political novels. Immediately afterwards, of course, ones that were omitted came to mind. MORE
From Quartered Safe Out Here: A Harrowing Tale of World War II by George MacDonald FraserIt is satisfying, and at the same time slightly eerie, to read in an official military history of an action in which you took part, even as a very minor and bewildered participant. MORE
The impact these two neurological factors have on our employees can be best appreciated in the findings made by researchers from Simon Fraser University. MORE
Fraser hay. Steve because he challenges our thinking on everyday issues and keeps things real, Carolyn because she sheds a light of positivity and engagement, Fraser due to his obsession with sharing and giving information freely, Robert because of his incisive views ans insight, Alan because he bridges academia and pragmatism (a little too academic at time for me – but a great inspiration none the less). Who are your “Thought Leaders”? MORE
Flashman" by George MacDonald Fraser. As Father's Day nears, some quick book recommendations: "The Edge of Sadness" by Edwin O'Connor. The protagonist is a Catholic priest. This is a difficult novel to describe. Although it has a lot of humor, its title is perfect. MORE
Fraser Institute : Wait times for health care in Canada. Wally Bock: Making measurement work for you. The Onion gives a manliness update from a furniture store. The President has signed a bill making it easier to fire Veterans Affairs employees. The trailer for " The Big Sick." No comment : Liz Phair interviews Elizabeth Wurtzel. Sports Illustrated : The annual beach-wear feature for the fashion-minded MORE
SEPTEMBER 17, 2015
At Texas Children’s Hospital (TCH), in the early days of its pediatric cardiac surgery program, newly recruited director Charles Fraser investigated the hospital’s performance relative to national referral centers as reported in the literature. Implementing a value-based strategy is on the mind of nearly every health care organization in the U.S. MORE
Now Ackman is out too , and Fraser P. Do You Feel Lucky, Punk? When they’re hiring, companies are looking to find out what candidates have really done — not what they’ve participated in or watched, but what they’ve done. At least, that’s what Neil Roseman was looking for when he was Technology VP for Amazon and Zynga. MORE
In these troubled times, some humor is needed. All of these novels will make you smile. MORE
The Last Camel Died at Noon by Elizabeth Peters Around the World in 80 Days by Jules Verne True Grit by Charles Portis Doomsday Book by Connie Willis The Sand Pebbles by Richard McKenna Tai-Pan by James Clavell The Hobbit by J,R.R. MORE
Bishop trail, Fraser’s Hill, Malaysia. My mother visited me when I was in Malaysia and as we were hiking in Fraser’s Hill, Malaysia the trail was fairly challenging. This month the ASQ Influential Voices is taking a bit different approach. MORE
This post was mentioned on Twitter by Gretchen Glasscock, Stilettos At Work, Stephani, Debra Fraser, Women On Business and others. MORE
Flashman and the Redskins by George MacDonald Fraser. The Devil''s In The Cows by Sippican Cottage. Marvelously written short stories. A keeper. Neverwhere by Neil Gaiman. A fantasy novel which shows you what''s really beneath London. The Ghostway by Tony Hillerman. MORE
in the House of Fraser, Hawes & Curtis, Bentalls, and Jaeger, and will soon come to stores in the U.S. Beacons are taking the world of mobile by storm. MORE
George MacDonald Fraser Political correctness is about denial, usually in the weasel circumlocutory jargon which distorts and evades and seldom stands up to honest analysis. MORE
Several days ago, I requested the names of authors whose work was "laugh-out loud" funny. Bobbo mentioned "Catch-22" by Joseph Heller as a classic and also noted "How to Fail at Almost Everything and Still Win Big" by Scott Adams. Crusty HR Manager likes anything by Bill Bryson. "A MORE
Dawn Fraser, gold medal Australian swimmer at three Olympics declares, “ The Olympics remain the most compelling search for excellence that exists in sport, and maybe in life itself.” Later this month, the 2012 Summer Olympic Games get underway in London, England. MORE
Read the rest of Alistair Fraser's article in The Telegraph The best bit about staying in the Icehotel is getting into one of its sleeping bags. Your bedroom might be a teeth-chattering 23F (-5C), but these polar-tested sacks are so good, you're as warm as toast the moment you zip up. MORE
Parker Sue Townsend Ben Elton Nick Hornby George MacDonald Fraser P.D. Great writers for plane trips: Elmore Leonard Robert B. James Mark Twain Agatha Christie Stephen King Daniel Silva Carl Hiassen Alan Furst Others MORE
Books make great gifts. MORE
Fraser R.L, When it comes to discussions on the various challenges leaders need to address in today’s fast-changing global economy, there’s one topic that merits a proper assessment as to whether or not it’s really an issue for today’s organizations. MORE
As a result, reading books by the following authors has been postponed: Joe Queenan Tom Sharpe Carl Hiassen Sue Townsend Christopher Buckley George MacDonald Fraser Are there any others I should avoid MORE
Book: The Engagement Equation: Leadership Strategies for an Inspired Workforce , by Christopher Rice, Fraser Marlow, and Mary Ann Masarech. ©2012 Christopher Rice. MORE
Last minute gift suggestions. All are novels. MORE
You need a good laugh. This is a quick update - in no particular order - of an ever-growing list of books that are good for your spirits. Please submit other choices. What's missing? MORE
From Royal Flash by George MacDonald FraserIf I had been the hero everyone thought I was, or even a half-decent soldier, Lee would have won the battle of Gettysburg and probably captured Washington. That is another story, which I shall set down in its proper place if brandy and old age don't carry me off first, but I mention the fact here because it shows how great events are decided by trifles. MORE
100 From Flashman by George MacDonald FraserHughes got it wrong, in one important detail. You will have read, in Tom Brown , how I was expelled from Rugby School for drunkenness, which is true enough, but when Hughes alleges that this was the result of my deliberately pouring beer on top of gin-punch, he is in error. I knew better than to mix my drinks, even at seventeen. MORE
100 Better Under Pressure: How Leaders Bring Out the Best in Themselves and Others by Justin Menkes [Review pending] Quartered Safe Out Here: A Harrowing Tale of World War II by George MacDonald Fraser In the Garden of Beasts: Love, Terror, and an American Family in Hitler's Berlin by Erik Larson Late night reading: Refiner's Fire by Mark Helprin. MORE
This post was mentioned on Twitter by Debra Fraser. Debra Fraser said: There’s Still Time: If you are like me, you know how precious time is. MORE
Rotman on Design: The Best on Design Thinking from Rotman Magazine Roger Martin and Karen Christensen, Co-Editors University of Toronto Press (2013) The best on design thinking from Rotman Magazine: An abundance of valuable insights. Brilliantly co-edited by Roger Martin and Karen Christensen, the several dozen brief essays comprise the best single source for information, […]. MORE
From Flashman's Lady by George MacDonald FraserSo they're talking about amending the leg-before-wicket rule again. I don't know why they bother, for they'll never get it right until they go back to the old law which said that if you put your leg in front of the ball a-purpose to stop it hitting the stumps, you were out, and d -d good riddance to you. MORE
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OCTOBER 17, 2013
Rotman on Design: The Best on Design Thinking from Rotman Magazine Roger Martin and Karen Christensen, Co-Editors University of Toronto Press (2013) The best on design thinking from Rotman Magazine: An abundance of valuable insights. Brilliantly co-edited by Roger Martin and Karen Christensen, the several dozen brief essays comprise the best single source for information, […].
Execupundit
JUNE 26, 2017
George MacDonald FraserIt's all in the point of view: armchair strategists can look at the last stages of a campaign and say there's nothing left but mopping up, but if you're holding the mop it's different.
Execupundit
AUGUST 13, 2014
George MacDonald Fraser Political correctness is about denial, usually in the weasel circumlocutory jargon which distorts and evades and seldom stands up to honest analysis.
Execupundit
MAY 16, 2016
Steve FraserThe American corporation - subject not to the whims, faith,and prejudices of a founding owner or his dynastic heirs, but to the more impersonal motivations of managerial functionaries - is among the most politically correct institutions in the country.
Execupundit
AUGUST 12, 2014
Parker Sue Townsend Ben Elton Nick Hornby George MacDonald Fraser P.D. Great writers for plane trips: Elmore Leonard Robert B. James Mark Twain Agatha Christie Stephen King Daniel Silva Carl Hiassen Alan Furst Others
The Practical Leader
JULY 9, 2012
Dawn Fraser, gold medal Australian swimmer at three Olympics declares, “ The Olympics remain the most compelling search for excellence that exists in sport, and maybe in life itself.” Later this month, the 2012 Summer Olympic Games get underway in London, England.
Execupundit
JUNE 13, 2017
Flashman" by George MacDonald Fraser. As Father's Day nears, some quick book recommendations: "The Edge of Sadness" by Edwin O'Connor. The protagonist is a Catholic priest. This is a difficult novel to describe. Although it has a lot of humor, its title is perfect.
Execupundit
SEPTEMBER 29, 2016
Several days ago, I requested the names of authors whose work was "laugh-out loud" funny. Bobbo mentioned "Catch-22" by Joseph Heller as a classic and also noted "How to Fail at Almost Everything and Still Win Big" by Scott Adams. Crusty HR Manager likes anything by Bill Bryson. "A
Execupundit
JANUARY 20, 2013
Read the rest of Alistair Fraser's article in The Telegraph The best bit about staying in the Icehotel is getting into one of its sleeping bags. Your bedroom might be a teeth-chattering 23F (-5C), but these polar-tested sacks are so good, you're as warm as toast the moment you zip up.
Execupundit
AUGUST 1, 2015
You need a good laugh. This is a quick update - in no particular order - of an ever-growing list of books that are good for your spirits. Please submit other choices. What's missing?
Execupundit
JULY 7, 2017
From Flashman's Lady by George MacDonald FraserSo they're talking about amending the leg-before-wicket rule again. I don't know why they bother, for they'll never get it right until they go back to the old law which said that if you put your leg in front of the ball a-purpose to stop it hitting the stumps, you were out, and d -d good riddance to you.
Execupundit
JUNE 16, 2017
From Quartered Safe Out Here: A Harrowing Tale of World War II by George MacDonald FraserIt is satisfying, and at the same time slightly eerie, to read in an official military history of an action in which you took part, even as a very minor and bewildered participant.
Execupundit
FEBRUARY 3, 2012
From Royal Flash by George MacDonald FraserIf I had been the hero everyone thought I was, or even a half-decent soldier, Lee would have won the battle of Gettysburg and probably captured Washington. That is another story, which I shall set down in its proper place if brandy and old age don't carry me off first, but I mention the fact here because it shows how great events are decided by trifles.
Execupundit
DECEMBER 13, 2014
Flashman and the Redskins by George MacDonald Fraser. The Devil''s In The Cows by Sippican Cottage. Marvelously written short stories. A keeper. Neverwhere by Neil Gaiman. A fantasy novel which shows you what''s really beneath London. The Ghostway by Tony Hillerman.
Execupundit
JULY 25, 2011
From Flashman by George MacDonald FraserHughes got it wrong, in one important detail. You will have read, in Tom Brown , how I was expelled from Rugby School for drunkenness, which is true enough, but when Hughes alleges that this was the result of my deliberately pouring beer on top of gin-punch, he is in error. I knew better than to mix my drinks, even at seventeen.
Execupundit
JUNE 13, 2014
In these troubled times, some humor is needed. All of these novels will make you smile.
Engaging Leader
JANUARY 3, 2013
Book: The Engagement Equation: Leadership Strategies for an Inspired Workforce , by Christopher Rice, Fraser Marlow, and Mary Ann Masarech. ©2012 Christopher Rice.
Execupundit
DECEMBER 31, 2012
God knows I'm no Tory, and I never set eyes on a Whig yet without feeling the need of a bath, but I remember thinking as I looked at Gladstone that day: "Well, if that's one of the bright particular stars of English public life, Flashy my boy, you ought to be at Westminster yourself." - From Flash for Freedom by George MacDonald Fraser
Execupundit
MAY 21, 2011
Better Under Pressure: How Leaders Bring Out the Best in Themselves and Others by Justin Menkes [Review pending] Quartered Safe Out Here: A Harrowing Tale of World War II by George MacDonald Fraser In the Garden of Beasts: Love, Terror, and an American Family in Hitler's Berlin by Erik Larson Late night reading: Refiner's Fire by Mark Helprin.
Execupundit
NOVEMBER 4, 2014
I recently posted a list of 60 extraordinary political novels. Immediately afterwards, of course, ones that were omitted came to mind.
Execupundit
OCTOBER 26, 2015
The Last Camel Died at Noon by Elizabeth Peters Around the World in 80 Days by Jules Verne True Grit by Charles Portis Doomsday Book by Connie Willis The Sand Pebbles by Richard McKenna Tai-Pan by James Clavell The Hobbit by J,R.R.
Curious Cat
JULY 7, 2015
Bishop trail, Fraser’s Hill, Malaysia. My mother visited me when I was in Malaysia and as we were hiking in Fraser’s Hill, Malaysia the trail was fairly challenging. This month the ASQ Influential Voices is taking a bit different approach.
RapidStart Leadership
DECEMBER 8, 2016
About five minutes later, I was putting an eight foot Fraser fir on the rack when I heard Jack’s voice through the trees – he was gathering the Scouts. On a chilly Sunday evening recently I watched a young man take his first successful steps as a leader.
Tanveer Naseer
MAY 26, 2015
The impact these two neurological factors have on our employees can be best appreciated in the findings made by researchers from Simon Fraser University.
Rapid BI
OCTOBER 11, 2012
Fraser hay. Steve because he challenges our thinking on everyday issues and keeps things real, Carolyn because she sheds a light of positivity and engagement, Fraser due to his obsession with sharing and giving information freely, Robert because of his incisive views ans insight, Alan because he bridges academia and pragmatism (a little too academic at time for me – but a great inspiration none the less). Who are your “Thought Leaders”?
Tanveer Naseer
NOVEMBER 26, 2013
Fraser R.L, When it comes to discussions on the various challenges leaders need to address in today’s fast-changing global economy, there’s one topic that merits a proper assessment as to whether or not it’s really an issue for today’s organizations.
Women on Business
JANUARY 11, 2011
This post was mentioned on Twitter by Debra Fraser. Debra Fraser said: There’s Still Time: If you are like me, you know how precious time is.
Women on Business
JANUARY 24, 2011
This post was mentioned on Twitter by Gretchen Glasscock, Stilettos At Work, Stephani, Debra Fraser, Women On Business and others.
Harvard Business Review
SEPTEMBER 17, 2015
At Texas Children’s Hospital (TCH), in the early days of its pediatric cardiac surgery program, newly recruited director Charles Fraser investigated the hospital’s performance relative to national referral centers as reported in the literature. Implementing a value-based strategy is on the mind of nearly every health care organization in the U.S.
Harvard Business Review
SEPTEMBER 1, 2014
in the House of Fraser, Hawes & Curtis, Bentalls, and Jaeger, and will soon come to stores in the U.S. Beacons are taking the world of mobile by storm.
Harvard Business Review
AUGUST 16, 2013
Now Ackman is out too , and Fraser P. Do You Feel Lucky, Punk? When they’re hiring, companies are looking to find out what candidates have really done — not what they’ve participated in or watched, but what they’ve done. At least, that’s what Neil Roseman was looking for when he was Technology VP for Amazon and Zynga.
Harvard Business Review
JULY 22, 2013
Jacks of Simon Fraser University reviewed this evidence a few years ago along with before-and-after data from when futures trading in various commodities started , he still concluded that "futures markets are systematically associated with lower levels of commodity price volatility." Commodities trading, Adam Smith wrote in 1776 , was a boon to efficiency and a foe to famine.
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