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EXECUTIVES, THE ECONOMY AND A 17TH-CENTURY CATHOLIC PHILOSOPHER
by John S. McCallum | July / August 2010
Who would have thought that the works of a 17th-century French, Catholic philosopher would provided some insight into today’s economic situation, and, more unlikely, provide reason for optimism?
Good advice is where you find it. Executives should cast a wide...
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EXECUTIVES SHOULD NOT BE INDIFFERENT TO THIS TIME IS DIFFERENT
by John S. McCallum | May / June 2010
Managing in a crisis, such as the one that now appears to be ebbing, will likely be more informed and even easier for those who read this highly-recommended book.
Carmen M. Reinhart and Kenneth S. Rogoff have written a...
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THE ECONOMY: ASKING THE RIGHT QUESTIONS
by John S. McCallum | March / April 2010
Where the economy is likely to go at any point in time is a crucial input into most important decisions an enterprise makes. This is especially the case now as the economy emerges from arguably the worst conditions since the...
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OUTLIERS: MALCOLM GLADWELL DOES IT AGAIN
by John S. McCallum | January / February 2010
If at first you don’t succeed, step back and try to understand “Why.” As well, follow some of the other suggestions this regular IBJ contributor has for executives.
Executives will find Malcolm Gladwell’s new book, Outliers, (Little, Brown and...
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