Publications
November 7, 2021
Weekly Report 21-80
“THE UNPRECEDENTED WILLINGNESS OF WORKERS TO SIMPLY QUIT” has become a critical factor in maintaining business profitability and stability. Employee retention in today’s climate is dependent on providing workers with opportunity for growth & development, according to the most recent Gallup survey which found nearly half “would consider switching jobs in order to update their... Continue
November 3, 2021
Weekly Report 21-79
MANAGING EMPLOYEES, ESPECIALLY TEAMS, WITHOUT PROVOKING THEIR RESENTMENT AT BEING ‘MICROMANAGED’ can be tough. A few tips: (1) First be clear as to project or assignment Goal(s) and timeline; (2) At the outset, let all team members know objectives, milestones & priorities; (3) Communicate fully to avoid uncertainties as to (i) individuals’ responsibilities – WHO... Continue
October 28, 2021
Weekly Report 21-78
SPECIAL PURPOSE ACQUISITION COMPANIES (SPACs), formerly called ‘Blank Check’ companies, raise funding for “any unspecified future deal. They are purposely incarnate, not identifying or initiating any substantive discussions with any potential business combination target.” Intentionally obscuring lack of fund Uses is increasingly also now occurring in Vision/Mission statements of non-SPACs; examples in SEC filings include:... Continue
October 24, 2021
Weekly Report 21-76
“THE MOST DIFFICULT PART OF LEADERSHIP is managing the emotions that come with strong responsibilities, especially making tough calls and handling conflicts, often avoided because it’s easy to get stressed, take matters personally and react emotionally with defensiveness, outbursts or harsh emails.” But opting to avoid those situations is usually a mistake, since maintaining employee... Continue
October 24, 2021