By Thomas MacIntosh |
3.7 min read
Agile management is quickly becoming a preferred method for project managers worldwide. Born out of innovative car manufacturing companies in Japan during the 70s and 80s[1], agile project management has two distinct versions: scrum and lean.[2] Both versions follow the same general principals, comprised of short bursts and recalibrations. This is a relatively contemporary method […]
By Thomas MacIntosh |
3.5 min read
Human Resources. Often mocked in pop-culture as the “boring part of business,” HR takes a tough rap sometimes. Think: Michael Scott in the hit TV show, “The Office,” and his unreserved and outward hatred of the office HR manager. But maybe pop culture has it wrong? Interest in HR-related subjects have jumped 50% since 2013. […]
By Thomas MacIntosh |
2.9 min read
How many articles have been written with this opening line, (or something along these lines)? “Advancements in technology such as email, video conferencing, SMS messages, and mobile phones has created an era where remote work is a genuine possibility.” Cliché as it is, and as awkward as the verbiage sounds, the idea stands. Communication is […]
By Thomas MacIntosh |
4.5 min read
The Emprical Data You probably know this to be true, without even seeing data. When we work from home, we are more productive, have time in the morning to workout or meditate, and are generally happier with our working situation. Empirically, the idea makes sense. By working from home, you save time, can focus in […]
By Thomas MacIntosh |
2.8 min read
Everyone’s chronological list of vacation’s taken generally follows the same path. When we are younger, we visit amusement parks like Disney World with our parents. Around 11, families move to the cruise line, where both the parents and kids have something they like on board. Around 18, we decide its time to take our own […]
By Thomas MacIntosh |
3.6 min read
The Old Adage We all need a break sometimes. Even those who perpetrate the adage, “I can sleep when I’m dead,” need to rest once and a while. An Intuit TSheets report found that in 2017, Americans left almost a billion days of paid time off the table. [1] The old school manager would say, […]
By Thomas MacIntosh |
1.4 min read
To buy the book, click here. Writing on the Future of Business The future of work is changing. Analytics are becoming the backbone of so many industries, Millenials are quickly becoming a dominant part of the workforce. Generation-Z is entering the worklife and spending big money in international markets. Businesses are craving talent and retention […]
By Thomas MacIntosh |
3.4 min read
Out of the blue Nick Nurse was brought in as the head coach of the Toronto Raptors at a time when no one thought there was a remote chance Toronto would even need a new head coach. Dwayne Casey had just been named coach of the year, generally an award that guarantees your employment for […]
By Thomas MacIntosh |
3.1 min read
Passing Judgement We have all heard it before; “people judge you within 7 seconds of meeting you.” It’s the reason we buy new dress clothes for job interviews and spend time making sure there is nothing on our face before we walk in the door for our first day. This rule doesn’t only apply to […]
By Thomas MacIntosh |
4 min read
Who are they? Born after 1996, Generation Z is slowly becoming a part of the workforce, purchasing consumers, and global leaders. With over 2.52 billion young adults, Generation Z is already bigger than their parent’s generation. Still young during the last recession, Generation Z has been a part of 94 consecutive months of job creation. Their […]
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