“IS” may stand for “incredible success.” The 2014 Lexus IS 350 is the latest in technology and performance, and has been impressing car critics since its recent release. Also available in the F Sport and AWD (all wheel drive) editions, this latest incarnation is winning in tests with the BMW 335i and the Cadillac ATS. Specs include the 3.5-liter V6 aluminum block direct-fuel … [More]
The 80/20 Manager
In his bestselling book The 80/20 Principle, Richard Koch showed readers how to practice in their personal lives the idea that 80 percent of results come from just 20 percent of effort. In this new book, he demonstrates how to apply the principle to management, to focus only on the issues that really matter, achieving exceptional results and feeling successful every day while … [More]
The 5 Levels of Leadership
Being chosen for a position is only the first of the five levels every effective leader achieves. Becoming more than “the boss” people follow only because they are required to requires mastering the ability to invest in people and inspire them. Building a team that produces requires helping people develop their skills to become leaders in their own right. And those who have the … [More]
The Heart of Leadership
Are you the type of leader people want to follow? You can be — but first, you’ve got to understand what sets great leaders apart from all the rest. Certainly, leaders need people skills, execution skills, a deep knowledge of industry trends, the ability to articulate a vision, and more, but that’s just the tip of the iceberg. In his latest business fable, Mark Miller describes … [More]
Creative Confidence
It is a common assumption that creativity and innovation are the domain of the “creative types.” But two of the leading experts in innovation, design and creativity show us that each of us is creative. Drawing on countless stories from their work at the Stanford d.school IDEO and with many of the world’s top companies, Tom and David Kelley identify the principles and strategies … [More]
Red Cross Grand Canyon Chapter — Maintaining On-Call Readiness
Tragedies and disasters like the summer’s devastating Yarnell Hill Fire tend to put the American Red Cross right up front in people’s awareness, but how is the organization able to be Johnny-on-the-spot like that? “The only way we can respond that quickly is to have resources ready to go at a moment’s notice,” says Juliet Martin, corporate relations manager. And the best way … [More]
Feedback: September 2013
Question: Arts and culture is an integral part of community, and is increasingly recognized as playing a significant role in economic and business development. As a businessperson, how do you interact with arts and cultural organizations to better your business? Neil Baier Vice President, Finance Crescent Crown Distributing Sector: Retail/Wholesale Beer and the arts … [More]
