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Leading Rookie Talent: The Tight Rope and the Safety Net

Leading Blog

The best leaders and mentors must not only place someone up on the tightrope; they must also be there to catch them when they fall. BTS, a global consulting firm, developed a highly effective system for launching and securing rookie talent on high-stakes projects. Make it a benefit. Keep the nets in place.

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Organizing Syrian Refugees

CEO Blog

As with any project - start with the goal. "To We have 8 teams which is a good number for span of control. 1 - Director of Mentors - This person organizes the mentors(and in many cases it is a mentor family - not just one person) and assigns families. Usually these mentors are usually full families.