by Joe Driscoll | Nov 27, 2009 | It's Your Business, People
Ever hear the excuse, “I was too busy.” Don’t buy it. There may not be enough time to do everything you want, but there is enough time to do anything you want. “Too busy” is the excuse, but failing to establish priorities is the reason....
by Joe Driscoll | Nov 27, 2009 | It's Your Business, People
“One bad apple will spoil the barrel.” Same holds true for attitudes. One bad one can spoil the barrel. What’s a manager to do? Bad attitudes are as difficult to get your hands on as bad apples are hard to find in the bottom of the barrel. You know...
by Joe Driscoll | Nov 27, 2009 | It's Your Business, People
The title of the feature story in the Wall Street Journal several weeks ago was intriguing, “Paternal, Managerial Roles Often Clash.” The article, based on a study of 300 male executives, concluded that many successful young men who are competent at...
by Joe Driscoll | Nov 27, 2009 | It's Your Business, People
The downing of an enemy aircraft is a special moment of triumph for the solitary warrior who travels at supersonic speeds and engages in split second battles. “Life in the fast lane” takes on a very literal meaning. Much like the super salesman or the...
by Joe Driscoll | Nov 27, 2009 | It's Your Business, People
“What do you do?” How often have you been asked that question? If you travel by air, before your flight is over the person next to you is probably going to ask, “What do you do?” When you’re standing in the corner sipping champagne at...
