Insights from the University at Buffalo School of Management
As a lifelong Western New Yorker, I’ve had the opportunity to enjoy UB’s 32-year tradition of bringing world-famous speakers to Buffalo as part of the Distinguished Speakers Series. I’ve heard stories from authors, experts and innovators, from President Jimmy Carter Continue reading 3 Things I Learned about Leadership from Joe Biden at UB
Traditionally, happiness and work are not words that go together. We work to earn money — it’s not supposed to be fun. An organization’s obligation is to pay their employees and provide decent, safe working conditions so employees want to Continue reading Leading Happiness at Work — It Starts With You
As consumers push for higher environmental standards, leaders need a new set of skills
Most of my roles have had the word “Buffalo” in the title, and through my work and interests, I have tried to make Buffalo a better place. It’s my passion, my mission and, lucky for me, my career. Today, Buffalo Continue reading The Power of Collaboration and Leadership
Moog CEO offers his advice for current and future leaders
Teaching is a third career for me. And, as a “baby boomer,” I have plenty of experience to share with students that, I hope, brings the subject matter to life and helps them form a bridge between class materials and Continue reading When work becomes development (and development becomes work)
I just attended my 50-year reunion in my hometown of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. We exchanged life updates, hugs, contact information and old memories — some of which were even true. Continue reading Leadership and Life Lessons from Little League
New York State Lt. Gov. Kathy Hochul has served at every level of government and uses her current platform — as the highest female elected official in state government — to advocate for women leaders in all types of organizations. Continue reading Leaders on Leadership: Lt. Gov. Kathy Hochul
Every year, we print 50 trillion pages — with Xerox and CEO Jeff Jacobson, BS ’81, standing at the forefront of the document technology and digital printing industry. Since taking the helm in January, Jacobson has overseen the company’s largest product launch in its 111-year-history. Continue reading Leaders on Leadership: Jeff Jacobson, BS ’81
Teams with the most talent do not always win championships. During the 2003-04 season, for example, the Los Angeles Lakers were the favorite to win the NBA Finals, but they lost to the Detroit Pistons, a team that did not have a superstar and was widely considered to be less talented. Continue reading Engineering Team Chemistry