Great workforces take a great commitment to achieve great success
We all know that a company is only as good as its people, and most top-performing companies go to great lengths to attract top talent. Once all those great people are in place, however, it behooves us to dedicate the effort and resources to retain and continue developing that talent. To get the best out […]
A morning ritual – How to set meaningful priorities
Every weekday morning at 6:30 I keep an appointment at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic parish. I’m rarely on time, because I get caught up in my morning reading and researching of investments and other business matters. So I slide into the pew a few minutes late — sometimes arriving just before Holy Communion. But […]
Searching for talented employees involves a change in thinking
It’s on a loop. The conversation I have over and over again with nearly every business leader I meet goes something like: “How’s it going?” “Business is going well but we’re having a rough time finding good people to hire.” Our Lady of the Wayside has grown exponentially over the past five years, increasing our […]
Advisory board readiness assessment – Five things to consider
If your company is about to decide to establish a board of directors and commit the requisite resources to its creation and maintenance, there are several matters that should be considered.
Commitment is a vital factor in serving as a director, committee member
With a heightened focus to expand your professional brand and increase your leadership skills, it is not uncommon for mentors to suggest you join a board of directors or committee. These additional opportunities may provide you with leadership experience that may not otherwise be available in your current full-time position. Although many people may lead […]
Leadership barriers: Are they harming your company?
Barriers are obstacles that prevent peak performance. How many are you unintentionally creating in your company? Leadership barriers start at the top and affect your whole organization. Their symptoms take many forms and hide in many places including your culture, processes and strategy. Worst of all is their negative affect on your employees. Barriers and […]
Give employees the tools to help your customers learn about new technology
Employees play a vital role in helping your customers understand and get comfortable with new technology, says Kurt Kappa, Senior Vice President and Market Leader, Cuyahoga County, at Westfield Bank.
How a partnership enhances the safety, security of Greater Cleveland
Over the next seven years, Northeast Ohio employment projections indicate a critical need for additional numbers of trained protective service personnel. In particular, fire, police and EMS departments look to increase diversity within their organizations by hiring members of underrepresented groups within these occupations. Cuyahoga Community College is strengthening partnerships to deliver a well-trained, highly […]
Five essentials that should be in your personal toolbox
As a family medicine doctor and psychiatrist for years, I’ve seen over and over again how much stress can negatively affect physical health.
Is content marketing a sustainable strategic advantage?
But is a content marketing strategy truly differentiating? And is it sustainable?