Monthly Archives: May 2011

Corporate ‘water-boarding’

As a board member over the years, I have talked to many people who want to become directors on boards. They recognize that a great deal of power over the future of a company is wielded by the board, starting … Continue reading

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The fever pitch

The research in mergers and acquisitions shows that when Company A is sold to Company B, the likely scenario is that 1) a significant number of employees are let go within the first year or two, 2) the value expected … Continue reading

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Not so fast, grandpa

I seem to be stuck on a theme. Last week’s column was about the lowered expectations of retirement that many, if not most baby boomers will be accepting. This week I’d like to talk about the duty we boomers have … Continue reading

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Boomers finally learn there aren’t any guarantees

Wisconsin has been a focus in the news, not as the only state with unfunded expenses in their budget, but as one that is the further down the road to the ugly solutions that must be employed by all public … Continue reading

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