The Collapse of Enron: Managerial Aspects

The downfall of Enron Corporation is one of the most infamous and shocking events in financial world in the whole history of the mankind, and its reverberations were felt on global scale. Prior to its collapse in 2001, Enron was one of the US leading companies and frequently considered among top 10 admired corporations and most desired places to work, and its board was often recognized among the best five US companies in accordance with the Fortune magazine.

Kmart's Conaway and McDonald Face SEC Charges

In only a few weeks, Chuck Conaway went from relief to indicted. Last month Conaway had been absolved of bad management by a panel of judges. However Federal securities regulators have now charged Conaway and former chief financial officer, John McDonald, of financial fraud. Could coahcing have prevented the downfall of these two executives?

Throwing Away the Throw-Away Culture

...have a walk down your local high street or shopping centre because it may look a little different in coming years with cobblers, watch menders and tv repair shops making a come back

Honest, Fair Feedback - Why You're Unlikely to Give or Receive It When the Stakes are High

Honest, Fair Feedback. You want it. Everyone does. Only trouble is, the more you need it, the less likely you are to get it. Matt explains the research that indicates why and how this happens, and offers the approach to resolving the issue that he and his colleagues use with their clients.

India's Power Troubles And Enron

How India's government and power problems lead to Enron's involvement to create a sustained power supply.

Ryan's Grill, Buffet, and Bakery Fires Manager over a Lingerie Catalog

Zero tolerance policies have worked their way into our schools, or jobs, our government, and our lives. Good students, and good workers a being sacrificed in paranoia.

Promote Workplace Morale, Prevent Surprises, and Get a Nifty Accessory

Tired of getting surprised by the boss while playing games at work? There is a solution for you (and it's not giving up solitaire.)

Companies Collect Data!

Globalization and technology developed at a rattling rate make our lives more comfortable but we are stranded in a tighter area in our daily lives, on the contrary. Future might be ahead that is worse than Georger Orwell’s “Big Brother”.

An Ethical Dilemma: How Should You Handle It?

Often, an ethical dilemma can arise at work that makes you unsure how to respond. Using your common sense is an obvious way to react but sometimes, the situation might not be so cut and dry.

Experts Who Do Not Stay Up on the Latest in the Field

When reading Trade Journals it becomes quite obvious of the problems with many of the articles. They appear to be news worthy articles, but are simply trying to bend the mind of the reader over to their view of the industry in order to sell them something. Of course for the Trade Journal it works because it is free filler articles and means less cost in paying writers.

How Trustworthy is Your Organisation?

Trust is the fundamental currency of business. Without trust our economies cannot function. And yet many organisations, teams and individuals struggle with trust. They struggle to gain their customers trust; they fail to develop their employees trust. Without trust stakeholders become cynical, disillusioned and de-motivated. How trustworthy is your organisation?

Reputation Reputation

Rumours have been abounding all week that another major competitor has just bitten the dust spectacularly but, until it's confirmed – and maybe even afterwards – I think it's best to leave that alone.

Franchisor Royalty Collection, Late Pays and Interest Charges

If you are a franchisor you will soon find how incredibly dishonest some humans are, as they attempt to hide, conceal or not pay their royalties as agreed. Honest men with integrity are so hard to find in this; gimme world.