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February 27, 2019

Podcast: Helping Others In Times Of Need

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In this episode, Dan Pontefract talks about intentional disposition, and how we need to be intentional when we help others. Stories about NBA coach Doc...



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For The Love Of



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Published on February 27, 2019 07:38

February 26, 2019

When Our Values Run Counter To Our Employer

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As sportscasters go, Bob Costas is legendary. Be it basketball, golf, hockey, NASCAR, the Olympics or his beloved baseball, Costas has reported on, commentated over...



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Published on February 26, 2019 08:44

February 17, 2019

Isn’t CEO Activism Simply Doing What’s Right?

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Merriam-Webster defines the word activism as “a doctrine or practice that emphasizes direct vigorous action especially in support of or opposition to one side of a controversial...



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Published on February 17, 2019 06:53

February 16, 2019

Why I Love Netflix’s Decision-Making Culture

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Netflix recently announced it is planning to issue roughly $2 billion in bonds to fund corporate activities including but not limited to the development of new shows...



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Published on February 16, 2019 07:46

February 14, 2019

$6 trillion In Assets And This CEO Says Purpose Is The Company’s Fundamental Reason For Being

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Larry Fink is the CEO and chairperson of New York-based BlackRock, an investment management firm. BlackRock manages roughly $6 trillion in assets on a global basis....



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Published on February 14, 2019 07:37

February 13, 2019

Dan Pontefract February 2019 Playlist (for the lovers)

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My latest project is centred on love. I’m spending an entire two years or so noodling on the word love, and its relationship to leadership....



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Published on February 13, 2019 07:35

February 2, 2019

Podcast: Are You Empathetic? Shame On You If Not.

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In this episode, Dan Pontefract highlights the critical importance of empathy with stories about The Giving Tree, Christmas Truce 1914, and the three different types...



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Published on February 02, 2019 06:31

Are You Empathetic? Shame On You If Not.

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In this episode, Dan Pontefract highlights the critical importance of empathy with stories about The Giving Tree, Christmas Truce 1914, and the three different types...



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Executive Assistants Are The Epitome Of Class
What’s The Definition Of Love As A Leader?
Time After Time: The Importance Of Time
Are You Recognizing Your People?
For The Love Of



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Published on February 02, 2019 06:31

January 26, 2019

My Big Beef With The Term “Soft Skills”

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There is no such thing as "soft skills." Why do companies keep using the term?



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Published on January 26, 2019 10:58