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Category Archives: Engagement
Professional Peer Referrals
For those that have jumped the fence into the world of consulting, the question invariably comes up on what is a qualified referral worth? Thanks to the Bay Area Consulting Network, I’ve found the first of what may become a … Continue reading
Posted in Career, consulting, Culture, Engagement
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Remember, these are CPAs
When it comes to my vision of the archetypal business person, certified public accountants (CPAs) are right up there. I have a hard time coming up with someone in the organization who is more businessy (technical term) than a CPA. … Continue reading
Posted in Career, Corporate Culture, Engagement
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Viva la Mediocrity
You realize of course that the longer you plug away below your ability, the less likely that you will find yourself pushing into new territory. Complacency will turn your beard white. I think that Rip Van Winkle probably worked in … Continue reading
Posted in Engagement, Mediocrity, Motivation, Reflection
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