by Jacqueline Farrington | Mar 6, 2014 | Uncategorized
When we think of pressure, we usually think of it negatively: pressure cooker, blood pressure, etc. When we have to make an important decision, we feel anxious, nervous, and even scared. But this isn’t a bad thing. This is our body’s way of going into turbo mode....
by Jacqueline Farrington | Feb 21, 2014 | Uncategorized
How bad is diversity in the executive suite? Women account for only 4.6% of CEOs in Fortune 1000 companies—this despite the fact that they make up 46.9% of the U.S. workforce. Minorities make up 36% of the U.S. workforce but only account for 4.2% of CEOs in Fortune...
by Jacqueline Farrington | Feb 14, 2014 | Uncategorized
CVS recently announced their decision to stop selling tobacco products in their stores. They said they felt it was hypocritical to sell cigarettes behind the counter next to the smoking cessation products. By their own estimation, this decision could cost them $2...
by Jacqueline Farrington | Jul 30, 2013 | Uncategorized
To be recognized as a leader, you first have to build the perception that you are one. Leadership roles often elude professionals due to the absence of “executive presence.”(EP) It accounts for 26 percent of what it takes to get that promotion, according to a recent...
by Jacqueline Farrington | Jul 29, 2013 | Uncategorized
Last week, after months of speculation, Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer confirmed what many had suspected—that Microsoft was planning a major restructuring of its company. Ballmer’s memo, entitled “One Microsoft” detailed how the company was going to consolidate...
