For the countless business owners working hard to build their company, there will eventually come a time to move on. That can be a physically, mentally and emotionally challenging process many aren't prepared to tackle. Pamela Dennis, author of "Exit Signs," offers Tim Muma her experienced insight to help organizational leaders effectively sell their businesses. Pamela sold her own company years ago, and for three decades s...
Traditional businesses often face the tremendous challenge of remaining innovative, relevant and profitable, especially as leadership begins to leave or change. Jamie Gerdsen, CEO of Apollo Home, wrote "Zombies Ate My Business: How to Keep Your Traditional Business from Becoming One of the Undead" to help those companies struggling to develop and grow. He explains to Tim Muma what threatens the life of their businesses and...
Every company is searching for the ultimate combination of talent and experience when hiring, but that's both unrealistic and naïve. Larry Weidel has spent the past 40 years building a national financial services organization in Primerica, as well as authoring "Serial Winner: 5 Actions to Create Your Cycle of Success." Larry's vast experience has led him to see the key to great workers - coachability. Of course, the trouble...
Both ends of the life cycle can be challenging for everyone involved. With that in mind, one organization has been merging the two under one roof for decades with tremendous results. Charlene Boyd, administrator for Providence Mount St. Vincent, discusses the thinking behind their Intergenerational Learning Center (ILC) that connects young children with senior adults. Charlene describes to Tim Muma why it's such a positive...
Most of us will only see the finished products of the police officers individuals become, watching them serve and protect in the community. With the polarizing issues that have shone down on officers in recent months and years, it's important to understand the training - physical, psychological and emotional - that goes into preparing each man and woman. Lieutenant Jim MacGillis is a 20-year veteran of the Milwaukee Police...
The subject of a gender gap is often discussed, but Tim Muma takes a look at another potential discrepancy between the sexes when they become parents. Joining LJNRadio to examine moms and dads at work is Shirley Engelemeier, CEO of InclusionINC and the author of "Becoming an Inclusive Leader and Inclusion: The New Competitive Business Advantage." Shirley explains the differences found in pay and expectations, and the reason...
Building exceptional, sustainable leadership teams are a vital component for successful companies. Many times, these larger organizations need to find harmony between the executives and the boardroom. Nancy Falls, founder and CEO of The Concinnity Company, brings her 30 years of experience around the C-suite and boardrooms to help bring everyone together. She gives Tim Muma insight into the key factors that can raise compan...
The topic of employee engagement has been in the spotlight in recent months. Engaged employees are more motivated and productive in the workplace, ultimately leading to a more successful company. As a manager, there are many ways you can help your employees stay engaged. Ruth Ross – engagement evangelist, speaker, and author – joins LJNRadio to offer her insight on the topic.
There are often many questions surrounding social security, particularly as it pertains to collecting your fair share when you retire. Alex Menassa, senior financial advisor for Szarka Financial, shares his detailed knowledge on the ins and outs of social security. Alex gives Tim Muma the inside scoop on the wide-ranging factors affecting social security, both personally and in the broad scope.
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It's easy to list the reasons employees want the option to work remotely, but employers have a lot to gain from offering this perk as well. Kate Lister, president of Global Workplace Analytics, lays out the research and statistics that show companies benefit in a variety of areas when their employees work from home (or elsewhere). She explains to Tim Muma how, despite the concerns and challenges, productivity and many other...