Monday Mornings with Madison

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February 2010

FAILING TO SUCCEED

At first blush, this week’s essay seems to focus on what to do when you fail to succeed.  But let’s turn that on its head. Instead, I am suggesting that you need to fail in order to succeed… success achieved … Continue reading

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NO “I” IN TEAMWORK… ESPECIALLY IN TOUGH TIMES

It is fairly accepted wisdom that by working together, more can be achieved.  On the heels of the New Orleans Saints winning the 2010 Super Bowl, we are reminded that ‘none of us is as strong as all of us.’  … Continue reading

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BE ‘BUSINESS FRUGAL’

Given the economy, there is scarcely a business that can afford not to be ‘business frugal.’  That is the term I use to describe a heightened awareness and control of unnecessary costs and expenses at work… even more than usual.  … Continue reading

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THE POWER OF JOB OWNERSHIP: INVESTING YOURSELF IN WHAT YOU DO

There is a growing cry in the global workplace for people to ‘own their career.’  That is, there is a growing desire for individuals to take control of their career growth – including career transition – and recognize that the … Continue reading

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