by Art Petty | Nov 5, 2009 | Uncategorized
We all intuitively know that one of the keys to success or at least one of the the cures for mediocrity is going that extra little distance that makes all of the difference in the eyes of our customers or audiences. Part of my business practice has me helping...
by Art Petty | Jul 18, 2008 | Leadership
The Poor Interviewing Habits of Many Managers You would think that we would have this problem crossed off the list by now. I wonder how organizations and leaders in good faith can let managers recruit talent without teaching them HOW to interview and holding...
by Art Petty | Apr 29, 2008 | Leadership, Marketing
For those of you drawn to this post in the hope of finding something juicy about workplace romance, keep on clicking. This is about romance of the professional type. It’s about the powerful impact that someone with passion for his or her job has on...
by Art Petty | Apr 24, 2008 | Product Management
It’s long been my opinion that the Product Manager has one of the tougher jobs in an organization (see my post: In Support of the Product Manager as MVP). This position is one of those "all of the responsibility with none of the power" roles that...
by Art Petty | Apr 15, 2008 | Leadership, Strategy
As a leader, imagine having a metaphorical tool at your beck and call that was capable of catalyzing action, focusing the collective energies of your team members and providing a greater sense of purpose to everyone around you. This tool is strategy and all too...