While Wall Street Journal and Financial Times headlines predominantly feature Fortune 500 firms, small business fuels much of the economic growth and job creation across the globe. Entrepreneurs are not equal to small. Consider Tesla, Virgin, G Adventures, Starbucks, Facebook, and Amazon. Today I want to feature and celebrate a unique set of entrepreneurs. In 2005, Kiva was formed by a small group of friends. In the early days, they had to exchange Premal Shah’s guitar for…
Waiting for the Train
In major metropolitan centres across North America, commuters and municipalities are left waiting for the train, specifically Bombardier trains. Subway cars destined for Montreal have been delayed by 4 years. How is it possible that … Read More
Why Ohio’s War on Drugs Matters to Your Industry
Ohio’s War on Drugs matters to oil and gas, transportation, banking and your industry, too.
It is an all-star cast. Purdue Pharma, Johnson & Johnson, Teva Pharmaceutical, Allergan and Endo Health Solutions have been targeted by the state of Ohio for…
Buck the Trend
Over the past several months, I have seen half a dozen examples of ageism when organizations have cited a reluctance to promote talented and experienced executives as “they are likely only going to work a few … Read More
The High Cost of Failure at Work
Our fees, revenue targets and budgets are built on the premise of work being completed correctly the first time and technology operating as expected. When this does not happen, it is a direct hit to … Read More
Feet to the Fire: How to Exemplify and Create the Accountability that Creates Great Companies
Feet to the Fire is a go-to book for leaders at all levels. Its balance of personal accountability, practical wisdom, and optimism will inspire leaders by showing them what is possible in both their personal and professional lives.
Preparing CEO Successors
In my last newsletter, I referenced my vivid memory of Ed Clark, former CEO, TD Bank Financial Group, saying to his executives, “If any of you want my job and I hope some of you … Read More
Eyes Wide Open
I vividly recall sitting at CEO Ed Clark’s table several years ago and him saying to us, “If any of you want my job, and I hope some of you do, you need to know … Read More
Business Lessons from KISS
Recently I attended a packed outdoor concert that included an active and engaging performance by KISS. Three things struck me about Gene Simmons and the band: Their longevity: I attended my first KISS concert as … Read More
10 Ways to Create a More Inclusive Environment for Women in Construction
This article is by Emily Peiffer. Find the original article HERE. Construction has a women problem: Females represent only 9% of the industry, but 47% of the total U.S. workforce. Experts have pointed to a lack of … Read More