World of Work
The Voices and Faces of Google
Fast Company’s March issue is devoted to "the world’s 50 most innovative companies." I was not surprised that Google was number one on their list. I was surprised that they devoted a full 18 pages to Google. Yes, that’s right. 18 full color pages, with short profiles and photos of over a dozen employees. Some…
Read MoreHappiness@Work
If you are a reader of Body+Soul magazine, check out their March 2008 issue. I’m quoted in an article, Happiness@Work, where I talk about setting boundaries, taking small breaks, and changing scenery. How did I get in the article? For me, opportunities like this almost always go back to networking. If you are wondering how…
Read MoreMentor Yourself
More commentary on the Employee Manifesto by Peter Block. Block’s second point is mentor yourself. By this, he means to be responsible for your own growth and development. What I’ve observed is that individuals want growth and development–that’s also validated by employee surveys and studies on Gen Y on why they take and stay at…
Read MoreFlourish
Mitchell Ashley has a great post about the word, flourish–it’s many meanings and how it relates to leadership in companies. After reading the post, I’ve concluded that flourish is an attitude, a mindset. Some people have it and as a natural by-product, impart it to others. Others want it, but don’t know how to get…
Read MoreBusiness is Where It’s At
My latest interview for the Leading With a Whole New Mind podcast is with Kenny Moore. Kenny is the co-author of the best-selling business book, The CEO and the Monk, and corporate ombudsman reporting directly to the chairman of National Grid USA, the second largest utility in North America. Kenny has some great insights into…
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