Simple, visible moves help achieve a culture of wellness
In the workplace, small changes can often do the most to encourage a culture of wellness. Dr. Michael Parkinson, senior medical director of UPMC Health Plan and UPMC WorkPartners, shares how the little things can make a big difference.
Alex Shumate thrives by working with others to help Columbus grow
Whether he’s leading the Squire Patton Boggs’ Columbus office or The Ohio State University’s board of trustees, Alex Shumate strives for action, growth and innovation. And he is eager to get others involved in his work.
How a bank can be a manufacturer’s strategic and trusted partner
Westfield Bank’s Krista J. Dobronos looks at how banks can help manufacturers overcome common business challenges and open a path to growth.
Leadership lessons
William Considine, CEO of Akron Children’s Hospital, talks about what he’s learned about being the leader of a values-infused organization.
Business accelerators
Anthony J. Margida, CEO of TechGrit AMX2, asks, if your business is not accelerating, is it really going anywhere?
When enough is enough, it’s time for tough love
Michael Feuer talks about how executives can send a message that is unequivocal, that will be understood by everyone from the highest level all the way down to the lowest rung on the organizational ladder.
Facing just another day in Armageddon
I hear it daily: “The system is broken.” “The funding isn’t even close to adequate.” “It’s just not possible.” To some, it can sound like the end of the world. My mission as CEO is not to fix the problem for my team, but to translate the sirens and flashing lights into a confident, “Yep, we’ve […]
Get outside help to investigate workplace sexual harassment
Sexual harassment in the workplace has recently gotten a lot of attention. Companies caught in a scandal risk public embarrassment if their knowledge of sexual harassment behavior was handled inappropriately. A company can’t be willfully blind to sexual harassment accusations made by employees, says Ann-Marie Ahern, a principal and head of the employment law practice at McCarthy, Lebit, Crystal & Liffman Co., LPA.
Emerald Jenny Foundation offers guidance to families fighting addiction
Bill Ayars wanted so much to believe that his daughter, Jennifer Emerald Ayars, could get it all figured out and conquer her addiction. “As a parent, I would tend to focus on the behavior,” Ayars says. “Just stop doing that. Go get help. Quit hanging around with those people. You need to change. Never really […]
Take a proactive approach to life and you’ll feel more in control
There are many aspects in the life of an executive. For example, we may be successful in business, but strain our personal relationships. And if we don’t pay attention to our health, how will we be at the top of our game? We have to work on balancing the seven aspects of our life (family, […]