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Many articles have been written by, or contributed to, by Dr. Blair covering subjects of interest for leaders and managers. In other articles Dr. Blair is quoted on various subjects.
These articles are available free by request.

How To Spy On Rivals - Legally
In many industries the difference among competing players is not very large. Often the best way to get an edge, if you can, is getting a gander at what the other guy is going to do before he does it. From National Post, June 7, 2010
Six Ways to Spy on Competition
Learning everything you can about your competition is time-consuming, but the return on investment is enormous . From Sija_English, Beijing Times, May, 2010
What is Chaos Theory and How Does It Apply to Your Organization?
Have you ever made a seemingly innocuous statement, or executed a “normal” business action and, in return, experienced surprisingly angry or retaliatory reactions? That is, reactions that were far out of proportion to your original intentions, that were meant as benign and “inconsequential” acts? If so, you were experiencing, first hand, the results of Chaos Theory at work. From Wildapries, Feb 26, 2010
Worried Workers Don’t Feel Comfortable Taking Long Vacations
Vacation time is taking a hit as employers and workers alike struggle to make ends meet during the recession. From Sacramento Business Journal, Feb, 2010
Gen Y in Never Never Land
Once upon a time there was a girl named Peggy, who decided not to grow up. “I will not be an adult! You cannot make me!” she exclaimed. “I will live off my parents, shop by day and cocktail by night. I want always to be a girl and always to have fun. In Never Never Land I am forever 21!”
Perhaps you’re more familiar with Peggy’s male counterpart, Peter. Peter is that cocky, devil-may-care guy whose social IQ appears to be lower than his actual age. He’s the incessant “adultolescent.” . From bizME, May, 2010
Be Dependable - Earn Trust, Gain Results
Be honest with your people and you will win their trust. From Investor's Business Daily, Dec 11, 2009
Cubicle graveyards disrupting office harmony
Empty workspaces creating morale problem for those who remain
The blogosphere has begun to chronicle a disturbing phenomenon in offices around the country — endless stretches of uninhabited desks and cubicles where friends and colleagues used to sit.
From MSNBS, May 25, 2009 Read the article at: Cubicle Graveyards
Finding Talent in the Battered Economy Not as Easy as it Seems Although more qualified people have entered the job market lately, as layoffs mount, it does not necessarily make the recruiting process any easier. From California Executive, February 5, 2009
Ten Ways Admins Can Make the Boss Look Good What is the measure of an administrative professional? Some would say it's all about helping your manager do his job well, AKA making your boss look good. From my journalcourier, Monster Worldwide, November 3, 2008
Examine Staffing Accountability is a buzzword in business that is often associated with reprimand and blame. In reality, however, accountability has been shown to have positive effects on morale and performance by empowering the employee. From image, October 20, 2008
Ethics Boost Productivity Ethics, properly communicated can aid staff and increase productivity. From IBD, September 5, 2008
Ehtics Boost Productivity If you do not care how things are done in your organization, neither will those under you ... From IBD, Sept 5, 2008
The State Worker: Threat to cut pay tarnishes state's image as employer. Add this to the list of issues vexing California's state government: It's getting a reputation as a lousy boss. From Main News, July 31, 2008
When an Interviewer Asks, "What Is Your Weakness?" Please Don't Say Chocolate Most people have been asked to name their greatest weakness at during a job interview. I never prepared for it in advance. I just answered it, honestly and concisely. Career advisors recommend preparing for interviews by practicing how to answer various questions, including "What's your weakness?" From CollegeRecruiter, Sept 22, 2008
Have a laugh – it'll lighten your load. Having fun on the job can relieve stress, create bonds among co-workers and help companies get through genuine crises. From Portland Press Herald - Maine Sunday Telegram, April 1, 2008 Read the article at: Have a laugh - it'll lighten your load
Globetrotting Entrepreneurs - These adventurers run businesses while traveling the world. The globetrotting lifestyle is typically exclusive to jet-set, elite billionaires. But as offices go virtual and technology evolves, small-business owners are discovering they too can live out their globe-trekking dreams.
Read what five owner/managers have to say at: Owner-Manager responses
SHARPEN YOUR LEADERSHIP SKILLS WITH EVIDENCE-BASED MANAGEMENT. Bring new insight into your decision-making process by relying on evidence and data, rather than past experiences. From Master Card Business Services, Professional Services, Resources & Tools, 2008 Read the article at: SHARPEN YOUR LEADERSHIP SKILLS WITH EVIDENCE-BASED MANAGEMENT.
What is Green is Gold is becoming more and more fact in our environmentally sensitive world. Environmentally friendly business solutions can help you decrease costs, attract customers and — oh yeah — save the planet. From Floral Management, July 2007 Read the article at: What is Green is Gold
CREATIVE CONTROL, Even Bosses Need Time to Dream. Entreprenuers are creative people who follow passions and may toy with 101 ideas for a business before starting one. Then come the endless Things That Must Be Done! The creative edge can fall off in these day-to-day activities. Fun is sacrificed for the good of the business. What to do ... Read the article at: Creative Control, Even Bosses Need to Dream
Winning the Bid, The Art of Capturing New Business An article from Costco Connection with Peter Fretty. Dr. Blair is a contributing expert.
Best Buy toys with letting folks work whenever. An article from The Coloradian, Business Section by Karen Mracek explores the new meaning of FLEX WORK being considered at Best Buy. Read the article at: Best Buy toys with letting folks work whenever
Lets Make a Deal. Negotiate your way onto high-profile projects that benefit the company's bottom line, and you'll benefit , too. From PM NEtwork, November 2007 Read the article at: Negotiate your way to success.
Transforming People into Transformational Leaders. An article from ExecuNet CareerSmartAdvisor with Dr. Larry G. Lee. Dr. Blair is a contributing expert. Read the article beginning on page 2 at: Transforming People into Transformational Leaders
Opening the Books: Showing Financial Data to Employees Can Improve Performance and Attitudes.
Read what five owner/managers have to say at: Owner-Manager responses
CollegeRover™ Exclusive Interviews with Dr. Blair. An article from CollegeRover™, quotes Dr. Blair regarding "managing all the moving parts" in LIFE. Read the article at: Managing All The Moving Parts ... in LIFE
How Do You Know What Clients Want?
Published in he Leading Edge, Vol8, Winter 2008.

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