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Why The US Presidential-Transition Process Should Start Now

BCG

Throughout most of the spring of 2001, while the US economy was spiraling into the post-dot-com recession, President George W. Our review of a number of public- and private-sector case studies, including previous presidential transitions in the US, underscores the need for nominees to act in four critical areas.

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Advisory Board Company Interviews and Culture

Management Consulted

As we worked with clients who have been granted positions at this firm, we’ve developed some interesting perspectives on this company. Four years later, in 2001, The Advisory Board Company went public (NASDAQ: ABCO). Physician manpower planning and medical staff development. Talent Development. Supply chain.

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How NASA Uses Telemedicine to Care for Astronauts in Space

Harvard Business

Since the Expedition One launch to the International Space Station (ISS) in 2001 — the first long-duration stay on the orbital construction site — NASA’s Human Health and Performance team has been developing expertise in the planning and provision of medical support to crews staying in our world’s most remote environment.

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Keeping It Professional When You Work in a Family Business

Harvard Business

And what about getting candid feedback for your own growth and development? That might mean dedicating time to professional networking and enrichment groups so that you keep up with business contacts and develop new skills. Case Study #1: Work elsewhere before climbing the family ladder. What the Experts Say.

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The Connection Between Employee Trust and Financial Performance

Harvard Business

This was the headquarters of Campbell Soup Company when one of us, Doug Conant, took the reins as CEO in 2001. ” These trust taxes and dividends are real and essential for leaders to understand as they develop their trust-building competence. How to Develop the Trust-Building Skill. Was this a prison?