Commentaries

Michael E. Porter on “What Is Strategy?”

February 25, 2015

Here is an excerpt from a classic article written by Michael E. Porter for Harvard Business Review (November 1996 issue) and the HBR Blog Network. To read the complete article, check out the wealth of free resources, obtain subscription information,…

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Daniel Kahneman: The riddle of experience vs. memory

February 25, 2015

Using examples from vacations to colonoscopies, Nobel laureate and founder of behavioral economics Daniel Kahneman reveals how our “experiencing selves” and our “remembering selves” perceive happiness differently. This new insight has profound implications for economics, public policy — and our…

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How to Improve Your Ability to Tell Stories That Persuade

February 24, 2015

Here is another valuable Management Tip of the Day from Harvard Business Review. To sign up for a free subscription to any/all HBR newsletters, please click here. * * * If you want to convince someone to support your project,…

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TEDx Talk Featuring Liz Wiseman: Living and Working With Child-Like Wonder

February 23, 2015

Recently, TEDx University of Nevada published Liz Wiseman‘s TED Talk: “Living and Working With Child-Like Wonder.” Originally filmed on January 23rd, 2015, this inspirational video showcases Liz Wiseman as she shares her personal story of re-discovery. Has the world become…

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Big data: What’s your plan?

February 23, 2015

Here is a brief excerpt from an article written by Stefan Biesdorf, David Court, and Paul Willmott for the McKinsey Quarterly, published by McKinsey & Company. Many companies don’t have one. Here’s how to get started. To read the complete…

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What the Hottest Word of the Year Means for Your Business

February 22, 2015

Is it just a phrase buzzing throughout the vineyards of free enterprise, or is “workplace culture awareness” a phenomenon deserving of our consideration? Michael Lee Stallard responds to that question in an article for Fast Company magazine. Photo Credit: Ryanstock/Getty…

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Fueling a Culture of Engagement

February 21, 2015

Here is an excerpt from an article written by Lorrie Lykins for Talent Management magazine. She discusses six talent practices that stand above the rest when it comes to maximizing engagement throughout employees’ tenure. To read the complete article, check…

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Getting big impact from big data

February 20, 2015

Here is a brief excerpt from an article written by David Court for the McKinsey Quarterly, published by McKinsey & Company. New technology tools are making adoption by the front line much easier, and that’s accelerating the organizational adaptation needed…

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Sheryl Sandberg and Adam Grant on Why Women Stay Quiet at Work

February 20, 2015

Here is a brief excerpt from an article by Sheryl Sandberg and Adam Grant for The New York Times. To read the complete article, check out others, and obtain subscription information, please click here. Photo Credit: Getty Images * *…

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3 Leadership Challenges to Watch for in 2015

February 19, 2015

Here is an article written by Kellye Whitney for Talent Management magazine. Control, engagement and useful information are rare commodities for those in leadership. Develop skills accordingly. To read the complete article, check out all the resources, and sign up…

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