January 20, 2015
The Vatican is the spiritual center of Catholicism, and hosts the church bureaucracy, the Curia. Like any human organization, the Vatican’s Curia has its share of “HR issues.” Pope Francis recently identified 15 very specific ailments that he claims befall the Curia. Like any good leader, he not only identifies the problem but suggests
January 16, 2015
In announcing the death of Harry V. Jaffa, the Claremont Institute, an influential think tank since the ‘70s, issued one of the most touching tributes any professional, especially a teacher, could hope for, using these words, “our longtime friend and teacher” and “he influenced three generations of students.” Friend and Teacher. Three generations.
January 13, 2015
The Plastics Academy announced Monday that it would honor nine individuals for their contributions to the plastics industry by inducting them into the Plastics Hall of Fame at a ceremony to be hosted in Orlando, Fla. at NPE2015.
October 29, 2014
Why is it that we continue to refer to “marrying up” in predominantly socioeconomic terms, as if we’ve just signed a contract for a kitchen renovation instead of a nuptial covenant between two loving persons?
The oft-discussed idea of “marrying up” pervades online journalism, from a New York Times piece by Stephanie Coontz, “The M.R.S. and the Ph.D.” to Kate Bolic’s piece in The Atlantic about the “radically shrinking pool of
October 27, 2014
If it’s Career Day and your school is fortunate enough to snag Hall of Fame Quarterback Roger Staubach you’d probably expect him to talk about his Heisman Trophy, the “Hail Mary Pass” and Super Bowl championships, his gridiron names and the lucrative real estate business that he built.n But don’t be too surprised if he spends most of his time talking about a balance in life, perseverance
September 2, 2014
Five years after my beautiful mother (shown in photo) needed long-term care for the illness that ultimately took her life, I began my career as a financial advisor and started offering long-term care (LTC) insurance to my clients. Over the years I have found that those who purchase LTC insurance often had a loved one (as I had) in their families who needed care.
August 23, 2014
Once or twice a week we watch a TV news segment where a reporter interviews a random sample of people on the street. Sometimes he asks about current events. Other times he asks about basic history or facts that should be common knowledge about famous historic figures. Sometimes he interviews students on college campuses (for example, Harvard).
July 8, 2014
Professional triathlete Liz Lyles, Catholic, mother and wife, nailed it at the Ironman Frankfurt on July 6, 2014, to place second.
June 25, 2014
Father John Riccardo, who many of you may be familiar with from his radio program, Christ is the Answer, recently gave a talk to Legatus’ Ann Arbor Chapter. He used his father as an example for Legatus. [Father John Riccardo’s father], also named John Riccardo, was the president and CEO of Chrysler Corp. Since stepping…
Tom Monaghan writes that Catholic business leaders must draw others to Christ . . .
Father John Riccardo, who many of you may be familiar with from his radio program, Christ is the Answer, recently gave a talk to Legatus’ Ann Arbor Chapter. He used his father as an example for Legatus.
March 24, 2014
Zig Ziglar, the famous sales and motivational speaker, said, “You can have anything in life you want if you will just help enough other people get what they want.” At The Dwyer Group, our vision to be a world-class company is only possible through our mission to help franchisees and associates live happier, more successful lives.
March 3, 2014
In just a few days we enter the season of Lent. There have always been a few things that have bothered me about the way Lent is characterized. First, I wonder why it is considered a sad time. I understand that we commemorate the passion of our Lord and pondering this is not pleasant. But to us, the believers, there is so much more.
February 17, 2014
A company’s most important, and often most overlooked, customers are its own employees.
Traditional companies ask: Are we paying them enough? Are we training them well? Are we giving competitive benefits? Do they take too many sick days? Can we trust them?
January 18, 2014
Linsanity. Undrafted, Unwanted, Unwavering; the true story of Jeremy Lin. In February 2012, an entire nation of basketball fans unexpectedly went ‘Linsane.’ Stuck in the mire of a disappointing season, the New York Knicks did what no other NBA team had thought about doing.
January 15, 2014
Two Renown Family–Run Businesses To Retain Unique Identities. John Phillips, Jr., owner of Associated Crafts, Inc., today announced the friendly acquisition of Willet-Hauser Architectural Glass, Inc., the largest and one of the oldest stained gl
December 28, 2013
Heisman Trophy winner Tim Tebow may not have an NFL team at the moment, but according to one news report, his attitude is positive and he remains one of the most searched-for names in sports, and is still one of America’s top influencers. He’s also an example to Catholic business leaders—at all levels—of trustful
December 19, 2013
During the 35-year history of Ironman triathalon competitions, only 40 women have finished an Ironman in less than nine hours. Liz Lyles accomplished that feat this past weekend, after having travelled for 24 hours, crossing the International Date Line and jumping eight time zones only four days prior to the event!
December 10, 2013
Distinguished U. S. Navy Rear Admiral (lower half) Grace Hopper would have been 107 today, if she were still alive. She died in 1992, age 85.
September 30, 2013
In the course of my career, I’ve always been amazed at what leaders will do for their organizations. So many founders and CEOs will spend countless late nights in the office, endure long and grueling business trips, even sacrifice their own financial resources, all to increase the likelihood, even slightly, that their enterprises will succeed.
September 20, 2013
A Catholic Business Journal Exclusive. (To see this interview with photos, click here) Have you ever wondered what is it like to be a professional long-distance, endurance athlete? How does Faith impact that career? You are about to find out. Liz Lyles is a 35-year-old professional triathlete. She and her husband, Chip, have two children, Luke (5) and Emma (3). In short, Liz has two major passions in life: family and Ironman competition. And that makes their lives anything but