by Art Petty | Mar 29, 2009 | Career, Leadership Caffeine, Project Management
A healthy spring snowstorm blanketed the northwest suburbs of Chicago overnight, making the morning cup of coffee particularly relevant as a source of both warmth and energy. I’m back with a fresh pound of my favorite fair trade Mexican Roast from a great local...
by Art Petty | Feb 12, 2009 | Decision-Making, Leadership
If it wasn’t so sad, it would be laughable. The question, “Why did we fire you?” expressed with surprise and genuine confusion was asked by a senior HR exec to a talented and fired sales rep at MegaFirm. This sales rep was the “last one standing” that...
by Art Petty | Dec 7, 2008 | Leadership
Throughout my career, Sunday evening has been my “boot up” time for the week. I like to go to bed on Sunday night knowing my goals for the week and I like waking up feeling energized, organized and ready to conquer the world. Additionally, I’m a firm believer that I...
