Navigating workplace politics
By Scott Rude / Guest Column
Climbing the corporate ladder is a worthy goal. But many of us are more concerned with doing a good...
A silver living to the United Technologies deal
CBJ EditorialÂ
The acquisition and integration of Rockwell Collins by United Technologies Corp. (UTC) has caused some anxiety and consternation in the Corridor.
The ongoing public...
Master the art of employee performance reviews
By Brenda LaMarche / HR ColumnÂ
Addressing employee performance is one of the most important communication issues in business today. Not only do you need...
Writing for shorter attention spans
By Jen Neumann / Marketing ColumnÂ
Have you ever shown up for an event or meeting, or even a family dinner, and there’s some important...
The secret to speaking well: listening well
By Greg Dardis / Consulting Column
I made a statement in my last column that several readers commented on: “Listening well is the under-appreciated foundation...
Don’t silo your customer data and insights
By Linda Kuster / Marketing Column
There are so many channels today for gathering customer data and insights that it can be challenging to determine...
Don’t silo your customer data and insights
By Linda Kuster / Marketing Column
There are so many channels today for gathering customer data and insights that it can be challenging to determine...
Looking at all factors when choosing health care
By Judith Johnson-Mekota | Health Care column
Health care in America is constantly changing. As private health care delivery models transform, one question that frequently...
Making your sales proposal a winner
By John Graham / Sales Column
To put the importance of proposals in proper perspective, they are far more than a vehicle for conveying your message....
The trust crisis in marketing
By Lynn Manternach / Marketing Column
We’re in the midst of a consumer trust crisis. You see it in the news nearly every day. Data...