Ideas
Toxic politics have no place in the workplace
As the discourse becomes more toxic, and opinions more entrenched, will political differences limit possibilities for employees in the workplace in ways that race and gender have in the past?
Super Steel hosting job fair
Milwaukee metal fabrication contract manufacturer Super Steel LLC will host a job fair on Saturday, July 14, from 8 a.m. to noon.
Employee engagement is key to productivity
Gallup Poll Research says that if we engage employees in decision-making and recognize them often, they will feel valued and give their employers up to 74 percent more productivity.
Jagdfeld named Entrepreneur of the Year
London-based professional services firm Ernst & Young LLP has named Aaron Jagdfeld as winner of the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year 2012 Award for the manufacturing category in the Upper Midwest.
Engage your internal compass – Operate with interpersonal authenticity
Question:
"Earlier this year our leadership team spent some time reading John Kotter's book, 'Leading Change.' The goal was to adopt a common perspective within the team when it comes to change and change management. Over the course of several meetings, we discussed various aspects of the book and how they applied to our situation. Personally, I was encouraged by the process, because we took the time to have some pretty deep discussions in which perspectives and concerns were shared. I wonder what your take on this is."
Multi-tasking is overrated – Focus on what’s important
Recently I returned from spending several weeks in The Netherlands. You know how these holidays can go – among your souvenirs you bring home new ideas, inspiration for change, certainly more knowledge about this planet – and usually about yourself as well. I unpacked all of the above along with warm memories of time spent with family and friends.
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‘Teachable Fit’
Despite stubbornly high levels of unemployment, many southeastern Wisconsin companies are facing an uphill battle in finding enough qualified, skilled workers.
Braun named chair of AIDS Walk Wisconsin
Ryan Braun, Milwaukee Brewers left fielder and reigning National League MVP, has been named the honorary chair for AIDS Walk Wisconsin 2012.
Johnson named president of Social Development Foundation
Jasmine Johnson has been elected president of the Social Development Foundation, a non-profit that provides funding for the Social Development Commission’s programs and services.
Northwestern Mutual donates $50,000 to St. Marcus
Northwestern Mutual Foundation has awarded a $50,000 grant to St. Marcus Lutheran School in Milwaukee.