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A Toxic Problem without a Plan

by Megan Bullard on May 5, 2010

One of the greatest environmental disasters of all time struck the Gulf Coast on April 20. An oil rig, located off of the coast of Louisiana, exploded leaving causing three leaks in pipes that are now admitting an estimated 200,000 gallons of crude oil into the ocean every day.
BP is responsible for the oil, but [...]

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Wal-Mart Makes History with Lawsuit

by Megan Bullard on April 29, 2010

A large emphasis was placed on the fact that over 65 percent of Wal-Mart’s hourly workers are women, where only 33 percent of the store’s managers were female.
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit made history this month, as they affirmed the largest class action lawsuit against Wal-Mart. The mega-retailer is [...]

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When Managers Act Like Eyjafjallajökull

by Megan Bullard on April 21, 2010

The Iceland volcano Eyjafjallajökull continued to shock the world with its second eruption this week. Air traffic is at a stand-still and major airlines are losing millions of dollars due to the ash-filled skies over northern Europe.  Thousands are stranded and desperate to get home, but no one is going anywhere until the volcano ceases.
Scientists [...]

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Do Tiger’s Troubles Trump Mickelson’s Master Win?

by Megan Bullard on April 16, 2010

Phil Mickelson is now the proud owner of his third green jacket after winning the 2010 Masters. His win was exciting, amazing and even heart-warming. After Mickelson, the second-highest paid athlete in the world, won the tournament he greeted his cancer-stricken wife with open arms and a long embrace. It was like a scene from [...]

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St. Patty’s Predicament: 5 Keys to PC Office Pinching

by Megan Bullard on March 16, 2010

It’s that time of year again; St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner. The staples of this ultra-festive holiday include green beer, green rivers and green-themed parades. The Irish have a long-standing relationship with the color, as it has represented everything from their beloved saint to the Emerald Isle itself. Stories vary, but for [...]

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Shaken Foundations in the Office

by Megan Bullard on March 4, 2010

Imagine experiencing one of the worst natural disasters in history and living to tell about it. Imagine the destruction and chaos that follows an earthquake with a magnitude of 8.8. The people of Chile are desperately trying to regain control over the fallen regions of their nation, and while many would expect national unity in [...]

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A Golden Turnaround

by Megan Bullard on February 25, 2010

Imagine this scenario. A star employee is hired. They walk in the door the first day with a stellar resume that boasts a wealth of professional experience. Their references gushed about their professionalism and capability to perform. The entire office is buzzing about the potential the new employee will bring to the company and the [...]

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Performing Under Fire

by Megan Bullard on February 17, 2010

The 2010 Winter Olympics began with an inspirational and impressive opening ceremony that highlighted the unity of countries worldwide. Thousands looked on as people from around the world gathered peacefully to celebrate the spirit of sportsmanship and the effort exhibited by the best athletes in the world. The torch relay came to a close as [...]

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Poor Management Leads to Spilt Milk

by Megan Bullard on February 15, 2010

Organizations need to recognize the importance of each frontline manager’s role and the effects that the manager has on the employees and company.
Effective frontline managers have the capability and interest to be effective managers, have clear goals and roles, understand the people they manage, understand themselves and how they impact their employees, have been trained [...]

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Pump the Breaks on Poor Management

by Megan Bullard on February 10, 2010

As a result, public perception of the company is that it is irresponsible and unprepared.
In late January, Toyota recalled over five million cars due to issues with the floor mat and the gas pedal. People have been seriously injured in accidents involving the faulty vehicle parts, but Toyota’s crisis communication has been ineffective and inefficient. [...]

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