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How do businesses prepare for the second wave of COVID?
Leadership

How Do Businesses Prepare For The Second Wave Of COVID?

How do businesses prepare for the second wave of COVID? The second, and bigger, wave is upon us in a huge way here in the U.S. What can your business do to weather the storm? Let’s look at how businesses, employees, and consumers in extreme weather climates adapt for some tips.

By Dave Gardner, 2 months2 months ago
An eye-opening observation about COVID, the economy and business. Like the rest of us who've been taking "stay home and stay safe" seriously, I had only minimally experienced, first hand, how the shutdown has impacted so many industries.
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Eye-Opening Observations About COVID, The Economy And Business

An eye-opening observation about COVID, the economy and business. Like the rest of us who’ve been taking “stay home and stay safe” seriously, I had only minimally experienced, first hand, how the shutdown has impacted so many industries.

By Dave Gardner, 4 months4 months ago
Hoax or cover-up | corporate-speak
Business Execution

Whether It’s A Hoax Or A Cover-Up, It Doesn’t Matter

Is it a hoax or a cover-up? Sometimes it doesn’t matter. The word “hoax” has been used to dismiss factual situations. “Hoax” means “a humorous or malicious deception.” Characterizing something as a hoax can also be a means of covering up a legitimate concern that needs to be addressed. A hoax or cover-up can actually be a legitimate threat to the future of a business.

By Dave Gardner, 4 months4 months ago
Another Iconic Brand Imploding 1 Another Iconic Brand Imploding
Innovation

Another Iconic Brand Imploding

JCPenney declared bankruptcy Friday, May 15th. I wish I could say I hadn’t seen it coming but I have for many years. It had all the excitement of Blockbuster, Kodak, K-Mart, and so many others. Another iconic brand imploding. Sadly, this will have an impact on some of the brand’s Read more…

By Dave Gardner, 8 months ago
Driving Economic Recovery In A COVID-19 World 3 Driving Economic Recovery In A COVID-19 World
Supply Chain Management

Driving Economic Recovery In A COVID-19 World

I hope you were able to see the 60 Minutes segment on the World Central Kitchen led by José Andrés. He is deserving of the greatest humanitarian award that exists. He has ideas for driving economic recovery in a COVID-19 world. He’s a doer, not a talker. He produces meals Read more…

By Dave Gardner, 9 months ago
Coping With Life’s 2020 Upheaval 5 Coping With Life’s 2020 Upheaval
Business Execution

Coping With Life’s 2020 Upheaval

I’ve had a lot of upheaval during March 2020: I can’t go to a restaurant to sit down and enjoy a meal–take out isn’t “the same.” I’m unable to get my thermos filled with Starbucks coffee, something I’ve done every day–even holidays!–for 25 years. This may not sound like much Read more…

By Dave Gardner, 10 months ago
Coronavirus May Drive A Paradigm Shift For Business
Leadership

Coronavirus May Drive A Paradigm Shift For Business

The coronavirus (COVID-19) may be about to trigger a significant paradigm shift in the business world. This past Friday, my Fortune 50 client contacted me to let me know that my trip from Silicon Valley to Los Angeles this week was canceled. Those of us flying in for the meeting Read more…

By Dave Gardner, 11 months11 months ago
The passing of Kobe Bryant
Leadership

The Passing of Kobe Bryant

I was stunned to hear of the passing of Kobe Bryant at the age of 41. Kobe brought so much light to the planet. Who couldn’t help falling in love with his captivating smile? When I think of Kobe, the thoughts that come to mind are: Excellence Enthusiasm Passion Work Read more…

By Dave Gardner, 12 months12 months ago
leadership and business insights from the movie 1917
Leadership

Business Insights From The Movie 1917

  I wasn’t expecting to gain business insights from the movie, 1917. I was interested in seeing the World War I movie 1917 as I had seen previews in the theater. This movie had also recently won the Best Picture award at the Golden Globes. It’s an excellent movie. Without giving anything away, let Read more…

By Dave Gardner, 1 year1 year ago
Jack Sheldon passes at 88
Thank God It's Monday

Jack Sheldon Jazz Musician and Voice of Schoolhouse Rock, Passes at 88

Jack Sheldon Jazz Musician and Voice of Schoolhouse Rock, Passes at 88. Today is New Year’s Day 2020. This morning, I awoke to the news that an outstanding jazz trumpet player, composer, singer, voice of Schoolhouse Rock, and actor — Jack Sheldon — died at the age of 88 on Read more…

By Dave Gardner, 1 year1 year ago

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