Author Archives: Stan
The proposed four day workweek vs reality
There is a range of versions that states and Congress are considering recently, to enact a reduction in the standard work week. One version, working 40 hours in four days, has been an option for employers for many years, as … Continue reading
The power of the holdout
The current once-in-a-century multi-vote (and still counting as of this writing) election of a new Speaker of the House is a case study in a time-honored method of a small minority dictating the outcome of collective effort. If the margin … Continue reading
Words of wisdom
A colleague of mine said this morning that he was awaiting mine. After about ten minutes, I realized I was probably being insulted. Wisdom is often defined as the ability to perceive, think, decide and act rightly, developed from experience. … Continue reading
Why would I walk through a brick wall for you?
I’ve worked for leaders who inspired just this kind of commitment, engagement and motivation. I would attempt Herculean achievements for them. It was a pleasure to be in their company. They made me feel respected, foremost. They demonstrated by their … Continue reading