With telecommuting on the rise, the executive leader is looking to alternative workplace strategies The Internet has created a change of pace in people’s lives—in the way they work, live and play. It has also created a movement happening worldwide, a movement of people who are finding a new way to work together. The coworking movement is drastically reshaping the …
Pamela Turay makes the case that communication, collaboration and caring are essential to a successful career in HR management. Harry & David SVP of HR, Pamela Turay is teaching her team daily about a “people first” approach to HR management. Her 3 C’s are guidelines to success in her field. Caring “You really need [to be] someone who has genuine …
Keep up with the ever-changing “game” sales by changing your team’s culture Everyone has an opinion on how to build a sales team and there is so much to think through. It used to be that when someone wanted to build a sales team, he or she put the word out and received some candidates. They interviewed for certain skills, and …
Five tips for ensuring a desirable lifestyle from an Exxon Manager turned life coach With the unemployment rate below 7 percent, lower than it was even five years ago and down from a peak of 10 percent in October 2009, many are breathing a sigh of relief. But the effects of a long bout of high unemployment are sure to …
CEO and Founder of Farmer’s Fridge explains how he leads his team and pursues his passion of providing fresh food. Here at Forefront, we understand the value of balancing being a successful leader with trying to stay healthy. Executives are constantly juggling tasks and responsibilities, so eating right might be put aside for something quicker and more convenient. Luke Saunders, …
Mike Guerchon, VP of Employee Services at Riverbed Technology, explains how his department goes beyond HR. As the leader of Employee Services at Riverbed, Guerchon is responsible for more than just the typical human resources functions (e.g., compensation, benefits and employee relations). His department also encompasses: Environment Facilities and office space,game rooms, safety, security and the physical aspect of the …
Issue 10 was released on February 28 and we’re sharing some of our thoughts on this recent edition of Forefront. Preparation. That seemed to be the theme for this issue. As you can imagine, we start preparing for each issue of Forefront months in advance. Due to the polar vortex- many times we had to even prepare to go outside …
An idea borne over beers and coffees, Foxy’s Frozen Yogurt—led by pals and now complementary business partners—has revolutionized the frozen treats market Editor’s Note: Navigating a friendship in a professional setting can be challenging. We spoke with Mikey Taylor and Angus Murray, friends and Co-Founders of Foxy’s Frozen Yogurt. Taylor and Murray elaborated on the ins and outs of their …
It doesn’t matter if you live north, south, east or west. It’s been a long, hard winter. One of the longest, hardest winters in recent memory, in fact. Along with chapped skin, frostbitten fingers, slushy streets and salt-crusted sidewalks, the result has been an epidemic of seasonal affective disorder that’s left many of us feeling as dreary as we are …
What’s the difference between an HR practitioner and an HR leader? Our expert has identified 12 traits, and here are two. By John Schierer Yesterday, human resources (HR) supported the business. Tomorrow, however, HR will drive it. In fact, a 2012 survey by HR consultancy KPMG found that 59 percent of senior executives believe HR will grow in strategic importance. …
Negative behaviors can be just as infectious as the flu—and just as harmful. Here’s the cure:
For Under Armour CFO Brad Dickerson, an uncertain career move turned out to be the perfect fit.
It’s management, according to Marc Washington, CFO of Beachbody. He explains why the best finance executives act more like businesspeople than bankers. By Stephanie Harris With a background in business, Marc Washington was not your traditional Chief Financial Officer (CFO). But his willingness to take on new opportunities in unfamiliar territories led Washington to his current role as President and …
Having landed his dream job, Arizona Diamondbacks CFO Tom Harris offers tips for getting yours.
Former swimmer and military officer Greg Freiberg went from backstrokes to barracks to boardrooms. Here, the CFO of Dex One recounts his journey.
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