At this time of year, many employers wish to demonstrate their gratitude for their employees with a holiday ham or even a monetary gift. Employers may think of this as more than a kind gesture. They may perceive that holiday gift giving is a positive contributor to corporate culture. However,…
“The most wonderful” time of the year is upon us! Food! Gifts! Carols! Conflict? Families that work together will soon gather ‘round holiday tables. Requests like “Please pass the turkey” inevitably get sandwiched between the latest company news. When this happens, productive, healthy conversation can ensue—or not. Conflict may arise,…
A lively discussion of the benefits of nonprofit board involvement was the focus of October 2015’s Execunet meeting. Special thanks to our panel, Elizabeth Pierce, CEO of the Cincinnati Museum Center, and renowned community leaders Doug Bolton of Cushman & Wakefield and Bill Fee, retired general manager from WCPO. Our…
High level professionals often thrive on projects and accomplishing the things they set out to do. A lot of those things are externally focused. If there is one thing successful senior leaders are good at, it is execution. Whether that means executing tasks on a list or putting a complicated…
Recruiting talent is a multi-step process that involves everything from writing a compelling job description to screening applicants, coordinating interviews, and negotiating offers. It usually involves a great deal of time and can become a real challenge if you are searching for very specific qualifications. What can improve your recruiting…
For the past two years, I have had the opportunity to attend Leadercast NKY. The simulcast is hosted live in Atlanta, GA and was broadcast at 800+ host sites in over 35 countries around the world. Over 100,000 leaders gathered in May of 2015 globally to listen and share thoughts around…
Centennial is excited to participate in #RedsFridays between Opening Day and the All-Star Game! We will post follow-up pictures showing our team spirit! We encourage everyone to participate in the All-Star Summer and use #RedsFridays! [caption id="attachment_4568" align="aligncenter" width="641"] #RedsFridays during the All-Star Summer[/caption]
I am thankful that I have grown up in both a family and business where mentoring has been encouraged. This year find a mentor...if you need advice and guidance on how let me know. Here are some reasons why you need a mentor: Somebody has walked a mile in your…
“A Salute to Dad – Thomas J. Bugg, Jr.” Veterans Day History In the USA, Veterans Day annually falls on November 11. On November 11, 1919, Armistice Day was commemorated for the first time. In 1919, President Wilson proclaimed the day should be "filled with solemn pride in the heroism…
