Leadership
When we ask about the future, we’re asking the wrong question #bezos
“I very frequently get the question: ‘What’s going to change in the next 10 years?’ And that is a very interesting question; it’s a very common one. I almost never get the question: ‘What’s not going to change in the next 10 years?’ And I submit to you that that second question is actually the…
Read MoreThe Flaws of the Hero Hiring Strategy
I’ve made some very bad hires over my time at Spunlogic and Engauge. I’m not sure I’ve ever hired “bad people”, but I’ve certainly hired the wrong person or people who weren’t a good fit for my company or for the role we gave them at the time. In fact, my partners and I all…
Read MoreRich McKay, President and CEO of the Falcons, on the power of simplicity
Last week I was able to attend a speech by Rich McKay, President and CEO of the Falcons, thanks to Marty who set it up for the 40 under 40 alumni. Since I am a huge Falcons fan I quickly signed up. We were all impressed with Rich’s speech as he talked candidly for 15-20…
Read MoreWhy Jeff Bezos bought The Washington Post and why he’s the most authentic leader going
Jeff Bezos just bought The Washington Post and the snarky tweets and blog posts are pouring in. And if you only use 1/3 of your brain, its easy to make fun of anyone who buys a print publication in this day and age. But that’s not what he’s buying. Bezos understands that people will still…
Read MoreA lesson on authenticity from one of the top female leaders in the country
Yesterday I had the great pleasure, along with several of my Leadership Atlanta classmates, to attend the Metro Atlanta Chamber’s signature CEO event with Rosalind Brewer, CEO of Sam’s Club. I had seen her speak before (and blogged about it) and wasn’t going to miss this chance to see her in action again. The setup…
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