Posts Tagged ‘CSR’
Those who give, receive
This article was originally printed in the October issue of the Business Journal. We’ve all heard the adage “it is better to give than to receive.” We think of it in the context of helping a child learn the power of being generous instead of being greedy. Turns out that it is very smart business,…
Read MoreDeveloping Leadership for Sustainability
Everyone can make an impact towards sustainability payday advance louisville ky If you were to ask 100 people how they would define a sustainable organization, I bet you would get 100 different answers. And I suspect every idea would be valid and credible. Then layer on top the concept of leadership, and wow, think of…
Read MoreEichert presents at NHBSR 2012 Spring Conference
Lots of people think about the environment when they hear a company talking about being socially responsible. The environment is very important and there’s much more we can all do to help protect our natural resources. But the reason I joined New Hampshire Businesses for Social Responsibility (NHBSR) is because I believe that socially responsible businesses…
Read MoreFinding real solutions: are you doing the right thing?
Here in New Hampshire, the weather forecast is calling for four straight days of sunshine. I couldn’t be happier after all the consistent off-and-on (more on) cloudiness we’ve had, culminating in a thunder and lightning storm last night that frightened the wits out of Grace. Sunshine just makes me happy. It seems to bring out…
Read MoreI still believe we can make a difference working together
Managers can create a workplace that has the spirit of giving all year long As Christmas approaches, visions of Santa Claus in his furry red suit are dancing in my head. My husband teases me that I should take Grace to get her photo taken with Santa (she would freak and he knows it, that’s…
Read More“We listen” is simple tool that results in high employee engagement
Sometimes the work of a manager can be best accomplished by doing something very simple. Both dogs and progressive employers can serve as reminders and role models for this powerful (and free) technique. When Grace ignores a request I make of her, it’s easy to accuse of her of not listening to me. That’s the…
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