by Sal Mondelli | Nov 4, 2021
As a young IBM sales trainee, more years ago than I would like to admit, we were introduced to the THINK slogan which was even painted on the steps inside the training facility in Endicott, NY. Here is a brief history from Wikipedia: The “THINK” slogan was...
by Sal Mondelli | Sep 16, 2021
If you have been in the Navy, Merchant Marine, or an airplane pilot, you are familiar with the term “in extremis.” It is a Latin phrase meaning “in the farthest reaches” or “at the point of death.” Simply put it means that you are now in a...
by Sal Mondelli | Aug 5, 2021
Whether in business, sports, government, not for profit or other industries, executives and individuals are constantly pushing themselves and their organizations to get better. Is that just a human trait or do some people just have a need to not rest on their laurels?...
by Sal Mondelli | Jul 15, 2021
We are used to “before and after” pictures, videos, or statistics in our personal and work lives. None is more visual than the weight loss images that are ubiquitous in January, when New Year’s resolutions are being made, and in late Spring as preparations are being...
by Sal Mondelli | Jul 8, 2021
Are you a highly skilled engineer, lawyer, accountant, or doctor being asked to take on a leadership position? This is a situation that many professionals face each year. If your next position involves leadership of the firm, what do you need to do to prepare...
by Sal Mondelli | Jun 17, 2021
At our granddaughter’s recent high school graduation ceremony, one of the speakers talked about the future legacy for each of the graduating seniors. For them it was a look forward, and more of a “I will be” statement. But since you, like me, are likely well past high...
