As in any art, it is good to get back to the basics. The art of networking is no different. Every now and then it is good to take a look at how well we are networking in our businesses and personal lives. Day to day we need to make valuable connections that help others […]
Cyber Maturity Will Help Cybersecurity
Every year the sheer number of cyberattacks against the private and public sector in the U.S. increases. Breaches in security cause various levels of pain. It is important now more than ever for businesses to understand both the reality and ramifications of these occurrences. The effects that cyberattacks continue to have on business have drawn […]
Giving back to the Community helps a company and Its leaders grow. Some maturation can only occur by loving and serving others.
This year, as last year, our Son Danny Goodman will once again raise funds and awareness for organization that he feels a strong connection to NAMI Walk will be the second fundraiser and support walk . His Twin three-year-old daughters , members of his DG Picture Perfect Landscape Crew and Family will join him in the […]
Growing a Company Culture of Giving
Today’s leading companies find ways to distinguish themselves. Oftentimes modern-day crowded and talented fields and arenas of service organizations make it hard for a company to stand out with others it competes with day to day. One solid and tried way to establish and mature a company’s reputation and standing in the marketplace is to […]
Mentoring – to Teach is to Learn
The value of mentorship in leadership and career development is a practice that is often underrated and underutilized. You never know what you are doing or saying when people are watching and listening and what a difference or an impact you may have on the rest of their careers (or lives) or their companies’ successes. […]
Participating in Philanthropic Efforts as a Company or Institution is an Exercise in Growth and Maturity
A company would be wise to research its opportunities to serve in the greater community around it. The first effort in the research and planning stage of effective corporate philanthropic participation is to carefully evaluate and understand the business it is in and the customer base it serves. If a company does not have a […]
The how and why of corporate social responsibility & volunteering
If no one were around to see an act of kindness, would you still behave as a hero? This is a terrific question a company must ask itself about participating in corporate social responsibility. Quickly, a company will benefit by answering “yes.” Most studies show that people do business with people they like, and most […]
Teamwork Is The Best Work
When a team can learn to maximize its communication skills and heighten its ability to collaborate, outcomes are often positively affected. Recently I watched my 2-year-old twin granddaughters build their first snowman. My wife briefly showed them how snow packs and how they can shape a winter snow structure. They played around with the concepts. […]
What are you looking for this hour?
I have asked myself the same question just about every hour at work for the past 20 years. As of Feb. 1, I have worked for the same company for 20 years. I reflect and acknowledge the many lessons learned over this time. None of these concepts is new, yet many of the themes are […]
Cybersecurity in Uncertain Times
Navigating the Covid-19 virus in the digital age is transformational. There are changes in the way we work, including working from home, increased cybersecurity risks, and requiring additional training and enhanced need for recovery. Even seemingly small measures, such as teaching employees what not to click on, will help companies protect their information. How do […]