December 2011
5 posts
Top Ten Reasons Why Large Companies Fail To Keep... →
In my opinion, #10 is the most important. I’ll prove it; how many of the other reasons can be directly traced to the impact of the direct manager?
Apology to my readers
I post many links to articles that I think are helpful for those of us navigating the overlap of work life and personal life. The source of many of them is the bloggers at Harvard Business Review (HBR.org). Recently, HBR has begun requiring readers to register (for free) at their web site to gain unrestricted access to their network of blogs.
I apologize for the inconvenience. I still think the...
A Simple Communication Mistake to Avoid →
“I paused for a moment, looked up, and took a deep breath. The beauty of the snow-covered trees was incredible. And that’s when I finally realized: I’m an idiot.”
The Generous Marriage →
Generosity and goodwill are very highly correlated with high levels of marital satisfaction. My guess is that “please” and “thank you” are likewise highly correlated.
Job Seekers: Get HR on Your Side →
Remember, the people screening your resume are human. If their impression of you isn’t good, your chances go down. And other tidbits of wisdom.