Veteran’s Day 2019: 3 Lessons I Learned in The Navy

On this Veteran’s Day week, I thought I’d do some reflecting on things I learned during my 15-year Navy experience that might be of interest to you, helping you be more effective in your role as The Boss or an HR professional. A brief introduction.  In 1983, I joined...

Are Your “Before and After” Standards Accurate?

I always find it amusing to watch TV commercials for anti-aging drugs and procedures.  There is always the obligatory “before and after” pictures.  The “before” photo resembles somebody’s mugshot.  No smile, no expression.  The “after” photo shows a smile, heavy...