Are You Solving the Right Problem?

By Dean Whittaker It has been a busy month of learning for me. I concluded my year-long course in “Innovation Methodology” at the NewNorth Center for Design in Business by submitting my thesis on the use of a future scenario process to inform and engage education,...

The Whittaker Team

By Jami Gibson During this season, when things seem to be winding down for the year, I always feel rejuvenated toward work and optimistic about the opportunities to come in the New Year. As I sit here reflecting on the past year of work, one thing really stands out to...

40-Year-Old Breaking News

By Patrick Cisler Forty years ago, a study was done at General Electric on their “Performance Appraisal System” to measure the benefits of managers’ praise and criticism towards employees. GE had incorporated this performance management system based on a commonly held...