“Outcome-based” has become a buzzword for business leaders. Jennifer Robison, senior editor for Gallup, summarized why in a recent article. The findings are similar to my work at the University of Tennessee in that managers who focus on outcomes have positive results for the business and its employees. But here is the punchline. Making the shift to an […]
Forbes — 16 August 2022 — Content creators and business partnerships
Successful partnerships between content creators and businesses can achieve lasting success.
When is it okay to lie?
That’s a sticky question, especially in 2022 business environments marked by mounting economic uncertainties, talent issues, and struggling post-pandemic supply chains. So, is the answer Never? Sometimes? It depends? “There’s a universe of ambiguity between outright fraud and the whole truth,” says John Paul Rollert in an article published in 2020. It’s ambiguous because while […]
Forbes — 19 July 2022 — walking away
Article by Kate Vitasek published in Forbes: “Three Ways The Brightest Business Minds Are Smart Enough To Walk Away” Sometimes, the best (and toughest) business decision is to cut your losses and head for greener pastures Link: https://www.forbes.com/sites/katevitasek/2022/07/19/three-ways-the-brightest-business-minds-are-smart-enough-to-walk-away/?sh=5cb4a3702d08
Forbes — building collaborative business — 14 July 2022
Building a more collaborative business is key to confronting supply chain issues and other challenges that continue to disrupt business operations. Article by Kate Vitasek published 14 July. Link: https://www.forbes.com/sites/katevitasek/2022/07/14/five-tips-to-build-a-more-collaborative-business/?sh=35211d8274b4
SDCE and the Current State of Logistics
It could be a long time before we see a stable and undisrupted supply chain, but a new future is on the horizon,
The University of Tennessee ranked No. 2 on Gartner’s Top University Supply Chain programs
The University of Tennessee’s supply chain program continues to add to its accolades – most recently being ranked #2 in Gartner’s list of the top supply chain undergraduate programs for 2022. Gartner ranks universities on three main evaluation criteria: • Program scope (40%) • Industry value (40%) • Program size (20%) Gartner’s Top 25 list is as […]
Forbes — 2 June 2022 — Sustainability
Without fail, the best and most successful businesses look beyond themselves to help others, and this includes the environment. Article by Kate Vitasek published in Forbes online on 2 June 2022 Link: https://www.forbes.com/sites/katevitasek/2022/06/02/businesses-should-always-consider-the-environment/?sh=6ddea21b7895
Forbes — 26 May 2022 — Creative Destruction
Have you ever heard of “creative destruction” before? If not, familiarize yourself with it: The concept can transform your business. Article by Kate Vitasek published on 26 May 2022 Link: https://www.forbes.com/sites/katevitasek/2022/05/26/creative-destruction-why-it-matters-and-how-to-implement-it/?sh=4ccd68bd6e3d
Forbes – 17 May – Knowledge is power
Knowledge Is Power – And Why You Should Share It Article by Kate Vitasek published online on 17 May 2022. Link: https://www.forbes.com/sites/katevitasek/2022/05/17/knowledge-is-powerand-why-you-should-share-it/?sh=48caa1e85c7c
