The global economic roller coaster we’re currently experiencing is the result of a complex web of factors including government regulations, the value of various currencies, international debt crises, oil and gas supply and demand, and countless other factors. With so many moving parts in play, American companies have little solid ground on which to base decisions that will affect the future of their business. Pearson Partners’ Q3 2011 Spotlight […]
In our recently conducted survey of more than 200 senior executives from across the oil and gas energy spectrum, we discovered the trends, issues and challenges they expect to see in 2015 and beyond. These industry leaders weighed in on such issues as headcount expectations, capital spending, merger and acquisition expectations, and more. >>Learn more and see data charts in the PDF of the full study. A Challenging Year Ahead The […]
A Pearson Partners guest post on AESC’s BlueSteps Executive Career Insider Blog Every January, millions of us resolve to go on a diet. But by the time February rolls around, we are back to our old habits, reducing the likelihood of making a positive change in our lives. That’s because losing weight and keeping it off requires a sustained strategy that includes eating healthier foods, reducing total caloric intake and […]
It’s not easy today to find talented technology professionals at any level of the organization. That’s why many companies outsource technology projects such as basic coding and development of web, mobile, database and CRM platforms. However, most major companies and nonprofits need in-house supervisors and managers who understand the information tec hnology (IT) field, managing outside suppliers, and keeping projects moving forward on schedule. That’s why savvy HR professionals attend […]
In a fast-moving world, the traditional “9 to 5” employee schedule may be a handicap for some organizations. Being able to offer greater flexibility can provide savvy organizations with a competitive edge in attracting and retaining talented employees, and actually increase the level of productivity. It’s important for the senior leadership team (SLT) to periodically review its workplace policies to see if a strict work schedule is still necessary for […]
As the U.S. economy continues to forge ahead, many companies are focusing on their growth opportunities in the New Year. That might mean acquiring a competitor, launching a new product line, opening new offices or obtaining a substantially larger line of credit. For many businesses, greater prosperity may be right around the corner. But the senior leadership team (SLT) also needs to make risk management a priority for 2015. The […]
Fairbanks Morse: The Right Leaders to Fuel a Growing Engine Company The last two years have been defined by focused and purposeful efforts to build a growth-oriented business strategy for Fairbanks Morse Engine, an engine technology and manufacturing company that is a subsidiary of EnPro Industries. To support this growth strategy, Fairbanks Morse needed to add several highly qualified leaders equipped to drive the new business strategy, lead the company […]
