When it comes to gaining your footing in a new organization, there is little more exciting or more helpful than receiving a mentor to guide you through the process. However, the transition isn’t always smooth. When I was first working with IBM, I was told early on that I should look for mentors. As such,…
As an employer of labor, you have to take adequate precautions while hiring or bringing onboard new workers to your team. You want to make sure you have the best-skilled persons you can afford for the job, willing to work according to your terms. Getting the right employee is essential for the success of every…
By: Kathy Kent Toney, President of Kent Business Solutions With the start of the Kansas City Chiefs’ season around the corner, anticipation is building in my hometown, Kansas City. To help fuel the excitement, I’d like to share a back story of a key individual that the Chiefs would have never won the 2020 Super…
Fish oil is a well-known healthy food that fits in almost any diet. Most people who want to improve their diet usually try to include fish oil in their daily consumption. But some people may ask: what are the fish oil benefits for men? Is it really good for men’s health? Or is there something…
How to apply a marketing strategy to help you find your next romantic relationship. The Thrive Global Community welcomes voices from many spheres on our open platform. We publish pieces as written by outside contributors with a wide range of opinions, which don’t necessarily reflect our own. Community stories are not commissioned by our editorial…
Is your boss or business partner being too controlling? Does it seem like your spouse doesn’t care about your feelings? Perhaps you find yourself extremely irritated or put off by someone for reasons you can’t explain. Have you ever experienced when someone close to you says or does something and all of a sudden, negative thoughts…
Ask yourself these 3 questions to determine whether your want is really selfish. The Thrive Global Community welcomes voices from many spheres on our open platform. We publish pieces as written by outside contributors with a wide range of opinions, which don’t necessarily reflect our own. Community stories are not commissioned by our editorial team…
Feeding our brains The Thrive Global Community welcomes voices from many spheres on our open platform. We publish pieces as written by outside contributors with a wide range of opinions, which don’t necessarily reflect our own. Community stories are not commissioned by our editorial team and must meet our guidelines prior to being published. By…
One of my most memorable moments was when Steve, a high level engineering leader, trusted me enough to tell me one morning with a big sigh “Andrea, with my the Executive Team we agreed to model trust to our teams. But, I have to confess, I don’t know how to do that.” Steve has been…
As you’re reading this, customers worldwide buy products and services, join programs, and hire entrepreneurs. Internet access, social media, software, and new ways of reaching customers have created an exciting opportunity for hungry business leaders. I don’t know how business is going for you. Maybe you’re experiencing one of your best years yet, or perhaps…
