Personal value systems make up corporate ethics; so lead by example
Early in my career, while working on a culture survey for a client, I understood what strong values mean and the importance of honesty to become truly successful. Here is the story. The CEO of the company came from an entrepreneurial family. His father owned a small factory that manufactured electrical components. The CEO had...
A story of kindness in the corporate world
I was witness to this conversation at a client’s office recently. I felt it was a touching story and worth sharing, especially as we ring in the New Year. This was truly a celebration of team spirit and a show of human kindness in the corporate world. The company is a multinational conglomerate with offices spread across the country. The head office...
Here are some simple steps
Some time ago, a professional in the investment banking sector asked me what he should do about the sudden lack of energy that he felt at work. He wondered whether he had outgrown his job or was just burnt out. The variables at the workplace had not changed drastically and his salary had only increased since the previous year. Yet, he could not overcome his low...
