As we look back at 2020, I’m sure many reading this would like a mulligan. The ability to redo this year and attack some of its challenges differently. With lockdowns, an election cycle that just won’t go away, and ongoing health and economic uncertainty, it’s been an unusual year. As you read this, there are … Continue reading Volume 104: Moving into 2021
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Volume 103: Holiday Cheer and Abundance Thinking
This time of year, we hear a lot about “holiday cheer”.Decorations are up, family time and gift giving are right around the corner, and companies all over the world are creating HR nightmares by using Holiday Parties as an excuse to over-indulge around their coworkers. There’s a lot of reason to be happy and upbeat. … Continue reading Volume 103: Holiday Cheer and Abundance Thinking
Volume 102: What the Team is Thankful For
Hello Corrugated Industry! This is Kalman Kreitman, Roy’s Director of Operations. Because it’s been such a wild year, we decided that instead of Roy’s usual “this is what I’m thankful for, and here’s a jab at the Cowboys” article that we do around now, we’d ask our team for some input. I asked members of … Continue reading Volume 102: What the Team is Thankful For
Volume 101: Interview Trick or Treat
Since we're in Halloween season, I thought I’d take this opportunity to talk about one of the most frightening parts of trying to get a new job: the face to face interview! So, let’s use this time to cover some of the most common Tricks, or missteps, and Treats, good ideas, of the face to … Continue reading Volume 101: Interview Trick or Treat
Volume 100: How We Move Forward
When I started this e-newsletter in 2014, the intention was to connect with the industry. At the time, I figured my career recruiting for this industry over a few decades gave me a different perspective on the industry that might be helpful. I hoped the articles would be a good way to facilitate dialogue with … Continue reading Volume 100: How We Move Forward