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Industry related topics in the realm of corporate culture, business, and the workplace.
What It's Like To Be A: Producer. Top Story - November 2016.
Ostensibly, I produce movies for a living. Several movies I had a hand in producing have been nominated for Academy Awards, including a win for Best Picture. Pretty heady stuff, to be sure. The reality, though, is slightly less fulfilling.
By Rick Schwartz9 years ago in Journal
Why Were Cigars a Symbol of Corporate Success?
Winston Churchill, John F Kennedy, Bill Clinton, Stalin and Che Guevara – political icons on both sides of the divide – are all well known for their companion piece, the cigar. Men of wealth, and power, have historically indulged in the consumption of fine handcrafted cigars imported from Cuba and Central America. Membership to this club however, has not been the sole domain of politicians, gangsters and movie stars. Cigars have also become an indulgence for the super wealthy, powerful ad men, corporate lawyers and business magnates. In a dog-eat-dog world, where very few rise to the top of the corporate ladder, cigars have become synonymous with the penultimate success.
By Frank White9 years ago in Journal
Should You Choose a New Career?
Settling on a new career isn't easy; and for many that haven't had to look for a job in decades, the ability to find a new job seems daunting. You need to make sure that your new job is suited to both your abilities and your personal needs. If not, you could find yourself living life in the wrong job, without proper planning for the future and the ability to face difficult decisions. While there isn’t a magic formula to follow, there are savvy steps you can take to find the next step in the ladder – or, in our new modern society, the jungle gym – of a professional life. Is it time for a new career? Ask yourself these questions to see if you’re ready for the “big move.”
By Lindsie Polhemus9 years ago in Journal
