Women leaders at executive levels are judged by men’s traits
I often have an opportunity to meet with executives across many organizations in any given month. The topics vary but the same underlining goal resides for many organizations: Increase the number of women leaders in the executive ranks. There is no lack of press or research on the numerous benefits of diverse and inclusive teams, […]
Play, work or hell — workplace activity is either one of the three: how to deal with them
Play work or hell: Your workplace is what you make it
Steam train aficionados show a lesson in camaraderie
The romance of steam locomotives has endured throughout history. The behemoths chugging into motion is nothing short of marvelous, and today’s generation can thank organizations such as the Pacific Locomotive Association for keeping railroad heritage alive. This month’s Uniquely Northern California feature highlights the association, a nonprofit group of railroad aficionados working to preserve the […]
Tod Sacerdoti and BrightRoll prioritized customer needs to set foot in video advertising
At Bright Roll, Tod Sacerdoti says there’s no way to anticipate the challenges you’ll face in an emerging category and you’ll never have all the answers before you start. But that doesn’t mean you can’t take risks.
Commit agreements to writing or risk having no agreement at all
The best way to protect yourself is to get everything in writing.
How enterprise risk management can impact a company’s value
Early risk assessment and mitigation puts you ahead of competitors who aren’t as prepared.
A look at how HRAs can be useful in gauging whether to go self-insured
The goal of an HRA is to lower health care costs, but it also helps you set ground rules for your plan.
Why rejection can be a great tool to securing a loan for your business
Strong character can be a crucial asset in securing a loan from your bank.
How to get what you’re looking for when constructing a business deal
Why your plans to quickly and easily sail off into retirement may not be realistic.
How to find the right bank that suits your needs
Check out these helpful tips for developing a strong relationship with your bank.