Persistence and Success

Published at: 05.02.2015
Persistence and Success   The following post is by Bruce Clarke, CAI’s CEO and President. The article originally appeared in Bruce’s News and Observer Column, The View from HR.   We talk much about education and talent but too ... read more

A BIG Career Mistake That Keeps You Grumpy (And Stuck)

Published at: 03.02.2015
A BIG Career Mistake That Keeps You Grumpy (And Stuck)   Feeling grumpy at work right now? There are a LOT of things that can cause you to feel stuck and grumpy, and you may be doing one of them right this second. Wondering ... read more

Are You Sure You’re Not a Micromanager

Published at: 02.02.2015
Are You Sure You’re Not a Micromanager?     If you're like most micromanagers, you don't even realize what you're doing. Some signs should make it clear: You’re never satisfied with deliverables. You get frustrated when you would’ ... read more

Here is Why I Will Not Hire Anyone Until I Take Them to Lunch First

Published at: 29.01.2015
Here's Why I Won't Hire Anyone Until I Take Them to Lunch First “And I want the bacon extra crispy,” she snapped at the waiter over her shoulder without making eye contact with him. I remember this breakfast very clearly because it wa ... read more

It is never too late or early to set goals

Published at: 28.01.2015
It's never too late (or early) to set goals   This past weekend my wife was cleaning out some boxes she had received from her parents full of school projects from elementary school. Included was a timeline she drew up in 5th grade and ... read more

Don’t Put Off Addressing the People Issues on Your Team

Published at: 27.01.2015
Don’t Put Off Addressing the People Issues on Your Team People issues often pose the most difficult challenges in project management. Rather than trying to ignore, deny, or avoid them, you need to address them quickly and decisively befor ... read more

Recognize What You Are Great

Published at: 24.01.2015
Your Failure To Recognize What You're Great At Is Hurting Your Business and Career     The question that baffles more people than any other is this one: “What are you great at?” I’m still surprised at how many professionals si ... read more