Category Archives: Working For Others

Quarterly Results

Posted on April 26, 2005 by David St Lawrence

Big Picture Guy has captured the gut-wrenching emotions that pervade a boardroom when quarterly results are down. His recent post, Anger Has No Eyes, brings back some painful memories, especially the sick certainty of approaching doom that hangs over the … Continue reading →

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Satisfying work

Posted on April 19, 2005 by David St Lawrence

I’ve got only a few minutes to highlight a topic that has filled many books, so I’ll try to write succinctly. Here is what I have discovered for myself. You may have reached different conclusions. Starting at the top, here … Continue reading →

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Even in the best of companies…

Posted on April 14, 2005 by David St Lawrence

It is maddening to be part of a successful company and not be able to make progress toward vital goals. Too many companies, on achieving a few years of profitable growth, exhibit ossified management strategies. Their success gives top management … Continue reading →

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Sexual advances and harassment at work

Posted on April 8, 2005 by David St Lawrence

One of my readers asked for my thoughts on this subject, so I will do my best to summarize observations I’ve made over many years. First of all, people who make overt sexual overtures to unreceptive strangers are usually trying … Continue reading →

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