The placing and waving of flags is a large part of Memorial Day celebrations. Flags, especially the flags in cemeteries, have always impressed me. I feel that way because …
Being the Best: Delivering 5 Star Customer Service | Fresno First Bank
This short video features Rick Whitsell, President and CEO of Fresno First Bank, along with other executives discussing how they achieve 5 star customer service in their company. Through the …
A Coach For Every Colleague: One Firm’s Radical Commitment to Developing Their People | EKS&H
EKS&H, an award winning CPA firm, is highly committed to further developing their employees to make sure they are successful professionally and personally. Hear Bob Hottman, CEO, discuss why he …
Best Leadership Books of 2016: Our Faculty & Executives Recommend Top Leadership Books
As part of our research process, we ask CEOs and other executives what they are reading. This practice has led to an informal observation that “Leaders are readers.” Despite …
More Top Leadership Books of 2016 (Part 2)
Recommended Reading for All Leaders & Executives We’ve asked our faculty and executive students and graduates to recommend the best leadership books they’ve read recently. Find their …
Great Books for Leaders (Part 3): Best Leadership Books of 2016
More Great Books for Leaders, 2016 Our final list of 2016’s Best Books for Leaders offers great insights for those who are seeking a mindful, caring, focused approach to leadership. …
Imperfect Leadership: How Humility Impacts Those We Lead
Editor’s Note: In honor of the men and women who have served our country through the armed forces, we asked U.S. Air Force Lieutenant Colonel (retired) Dr. David Smith, a …
20 Percent of My Time: One CEO’s Philosophy of Community Engagement | EKS&H
Bob Hottman, CEO of EKS&H, uses a four-pronged approach to make sure him, his company, and his employees are well invested in the local community. Hear what he has to …
Profitability in Law Firms through Values-Based Leadership
How can law firms – and other client-service industries – add real value to those they serve? Strengthen their internal values, then those of other clients. New article in prominent …