Category Archives: A Step Ahead

Make Integrity A Mainstay

Posted on May 7, 2013

“Now I have come to the crossroads in my life. I always knew what the right path was. Without exception, I knew. But I never took it. You know why? It was too damn hard. Now here’s Charlie. He’s come … Continue reading →

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Teaching Toughness

Posted on April 5, 2013
There are times in life when you can't just coast on through. © Can Stock Photo Inc. / creatista

Comedian/actor Dennis Leary has written several books that have the same common-sense, knock-you-upside-the-head candor. Also, Leary’s voice can be heard on the Ford truck commercials urging viewers to “listen up” and “get it straight.” He’s become an icon of the … Continue reading →

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Successful Communication

Posted on March 7, 2013
Keep the lines of communication open and clear. © Can Stock Photo Inc. / michaeldb

Those who read this column regularly know that many of my theories and conclusions are derived from the notion that things should be kept simple. Everything can be divided into simpler, more manageable elements; achieving goals comes through disassembling the … Continue reading →

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Performance Evaluations

Posted on February 8, 2013
Tips on how to do a useful employee evaluation.

One of the most difficult tasks expected of management is the end-of-the-year evaluation. Do you say too much? Do you say too little? Do you inadvertently offend the employee with a casual remark that you had no intention of uttering? … Continue reading →

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Take Time To Teach

Posted on January 8, 2013
Father and son, a few years back!

Over the holidays this year my son finally mastered the art of tying a necktie. I was also around 15 or 16 when my dad taught me. We Ciancutti men wear a half-Windsor drawn very tight. There’s nothing sloppier-looking than … Continue reading →

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