Generation Z is coming to the workplace, and they are opening the dawn of a new age. Tech-saavy, multitasking, and driven, they will have a unique effect on business. Back when the Millennials joined the work force, they had a plethora of cynical stickers slapped onto their foreheads. Entitled. Egotistical. Selfish. Privileged. In contrast, their successors—Generation Z—face much less notoriety. …
A Business Carol – Part 3: We’re All In It Together
Nathan Gordon of Christmas Central shares his experience of running a family business and how the family dynamic has impacted his company. Editor’s Note: We had the opportunity to attend the Internet Retailer Conference and Exhibition this year in Chicago. There we met with Nathan Gordon, Chief Information Officer at Christmas Central, who shared insight on leadership and the dynamic …
Poignant Pointers From A Legal Professional
John Page, Senior Vice President of Golden State Foods, gives professional pointers for success in law. John Page has always been fascinated with the idea of order and structure in society. And much like societies, Page has discovered that our own professional careers require similar guidance and structure for us to be successfully effective in our respective fields. When the …
Looking in the Mirror: A Teen’s Perspective on Generation Z
Sociologists, economists and psychiatrists have all given their words of wisdom about how members of Generation Z will behave in the workforce. But no one knows them better than themselves. When I was four, I saw the twin towers collapse into a charred pool of smoke and dust on cable television. Terrorism was as abstract to me as the beasts …
A New Way to Work
With telecommuting on the rise, the executive leader is looking to alternative workplace strategies The Internet has created a change of pace in people’s lives—in the way they work, live and play. It has also created a movement happening worldwide, a movement of people who are finding a new way to work together. The coworking movement is drastically reshaping the …
The Case For the 3 C’s
Pamela Turay makes the case that communication, collaboration and caring are essential to a successful career in HR management. Harry & David SVP of HR, Pamela Turay is teaching her team daily about a “people first” approach to HR management. Her 3 C’s are guidelines to success in her field. Caring “You really need [to be] someone who has genuine …
The Full Experience
Mike Guerchon, VP of Employee Services at Riverbed Technology, explains how his department goes beyond HR. As the leader of Employee Services at Riverbed, Guerchon is responsible for more than just the typical human resources functions (e.g., compensation, benefits and employee relations). His department also encompasses: Environment Facilities and office space,game rooms, safety, security and the physical aspect of the …
Looking Back at Issue 10
Issue 10 was released on February 28 and we’re sharing some of our thoughts on this recent edition of Forefront. Preparation. That seemed to be the theme for this issue. As you can imagine, we start preparing for each issue of Forefront months in advance. Due to the polar vortex- many times we had to even prepare to go outside …
Founded on Friendship
An idea borne over beers and coffees, Foxy’s Frozen Yogurt—led by pals and now complementary business partners—has revolutionized the frozen treats market Editor’s Note: Navigating a friendship in a professional setting can be challenging. We spoke with Mikey Taylor and Angus Murray, friends and Co-Founders of Foxy’s Frozen Yogurt. Taylor and Murray elaborated on the ins and outs of their …
Cumberland Gulf’s HR Plan for Success
John McMahon, CHRO, shares a bit of his department’s principles that make his team great If you have a good idea, put it to paper. If you have a great idea for, say, establishing a set of principles that will define and guide those working in your HR Department, make a list. This is exactly how McMahon came to create …