Lessons in Leadership

I remember many April Fool’s Day pranks that were played on me throughout my years.  However, I don’t recall any that were played on me at work.  They all had a personal context and came from my brothers when I was young and from my husband and friends during my adult...

These children of the Baby Boomers, born between 1964 and 1980, were the generation labeled ‘latchkey kids’, learning at an early age that self-reliance was a necessity, with both their parents  frequently pursuing successful careers. To their own kids, they are often...

The Baby Boomers are arguably the most talked-about generation. These people occupy the largest portion of the workforce and, for various reasons, are and will cause the greatest upheaval as they retire and exit the business world. The children of those who returned...

Who are the Traditionalists, also known as: the Silent Generation, Veterans, and Radio Babies? They were born between 1932 and 1945, after the crash of the Stock Market in 1929 and into the ensuing Great Depression. While the previous generation was focused on...

If you’re a small business owner, the importance of employee motivation should come as no surprise. Hard working, dedicated employees can make a business. Lazy employees, on the other hand, well, they can break one. Should you find yourself at the helm of a small...