Leadership

David K. Williams: 7 non-negotiables to prevent a bad hire

More than two-thirds of employers were affected by a bad hire last year.

7 non-negotiables to prevent a bad hire

More than two-thirds of employers were affected by a bad hire last year. About 41 percent estimate a single bad hire cost them $25,000. Read more »

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Balancing act: Company offers 5 things to know when seeking work-life balance

According to a new survey of more than 1,400 CFOs, 41 percent said trying to balance work and personal responsibilities is their greatest source of workplace stress. Here are five things you should... Read more »

Published May 28, 2012

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Deseret News Exclusive: Excerpt from Clayton Christensen's 'How Will You Measure Your Life?'

Read an excerpt from "How Will You Measure Your Life?" by Clayton M. Christensen. Read more »

Published May 21, 2012

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On Leadership: Organizations rise or fall on the ability of leaders to connect with employees

I do believe organizations largely rise or fall on the ability of leaders to connect with employees before they direct them. Read more »

Published May 20, 2012

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Environmental groups, tribes protest nuclear power plant along Green River

Environmental groups and Native American tribes gathered Saturday at the site of a proposed nuclear power plant to protest its location and plans to divert water from the Green River. Read more »

Published May 20, 2012

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How has Mormonism shaped Mitt Romney's leadership style?

The Washington Post has launched a series of stories by LDS writers and academics aimed at explaining how Mitt Romney's leadership style has been shaped by his experiences as a lay leader in The... Read more »

Published May 14, 2012

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Companies need to clearly define their brand to bond with customers

As entrepreneurs, we often focus on finding the right employees, establishing the best strategy, and aligning a product or service with the needs of customers. But we fail to spend time and deep thought about crafting the right brand... Read more »

Published May 14, 2012

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On Leadership: Who really makes the cheese? It's not the government

Utah is a good cheese-making state. By cheese-making I mean the creation of economic value. Read more »

Published May 14, 2012

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On Leadership: Job-creation begins at home

Not long after I was married, I lost my job. My wife was expecting our first child and we suddenly found ourselves without health insurance. After the baby came, I went to the bank to get a loan to pay the medical bills. I... Read more »

Published May 11, 2012

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Strong mentors are a business's best friend

Expert advisors are a business builder’s best friends and resources. We might also call them coaches, teachers or mentors. They think abundantly and are willing to share what they know with those who ask for help. Read more »

Published April 30, 2012

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Nu Skin expansion in Provo reaches halfway point

Nu Skin marked the halfway point Monday for the construction of its $90 million Innovation Center in downtown Provo. Read more »

Published April 28, 2012

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Tea Leaf: English language is mandatory for many global firms

Welcome to the global community in 2012. English has increasingly become the international language of business. Within more and more nations, businesses are demanding their executives become... Read more »

Published April 26, 2012

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Fed policymakers keeping stimulus tools on table

Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke left open the possibility Wednesday of further Fed action to stimulate the economy. Read more »

Published April 25, 2012

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Debt collector with IHC connections accused of targeting patients in ER for money

A medical debt collection company with connections to Intermountain Healthcare is under fire from the Minnesota attorney general, accused of placing its employees in hospital waiting rooms. Read more »

Published April 25, 2012

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Feds: $56M settlement with NYC construction firm

A construction company whose projects included the stadium where the New York Mets play and the Sept. 11 Memorial agreed to pay up to $56 million in penalties and restitution after admitting a... Read more »

Published April 24, 2012

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Wal-Mart faces big fines amid bribery charges

Allegations that Wal-Mart Stores Inc. covered up the findings of an internal probe that proved its Mexican subsidiary bribed officials in that country could have huge implications for the world's... Read more »

Published April 23, 2012

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On Leadership: Profanity and leadership

I grew up in locker rooms and spent several years in heavy manufacturing, and because humans can’t close their ears the way they can their lips, I heard more profanity than a gangster... Read more »

Published April 22, 2012

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Utah must confront talent shortage, executives say

Utah’s economy will struggle if the state’s talent supply doesn’t meet demand, area business executives said at the Utah Technology Council’s annual members’ meeting. Read more »

Published April 19, 2012

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Store owner arrested in alleged food stamp fraud

A Quincy store owner faces criminal charges after what authorities claim was a scheme to trade food stamp benefits for cash. Read more »

Published April 19, 2012

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AP NewsBreak: Competition cuts down Medicare fraud

A yearlong experiment with competitive bidding for power wheelchairs, diabetic supplies and other personal medical equipment produced $200 million in savings for Medicare, and government officials... Read more »

Published April 18, 2012

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Warren Buffett says he has early prostate cancer

Warren Buffett told his company's shareholders in an open letter Tuesday that he has been diagnosed with early-stage prostate cancer. Read more »

Published April 17, 2012

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Michigan lotto winner charged with welfare fraud

A Michigan woman who continued to get food stamps after winning a $1 million lottery jackpot was arraigned Tuesday on welfare fraud charges. Read more »

Published April 17, 2012

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On Leadership: On micromanagers and absentee landlords

Leadership is based on the principles of delegation and accountability — the process of dividing work, assigning it to others and having them give account of their performance. Read more »

Published April 16, 2012

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Ex-MSHA chief, W.Va. school accused of fraud

Federal documents filed by a NASA fraud investigator indicate a former head of the Mine Safety and Health Administration and the Catholic college in West Virginia where he works conspired for six... Read more »

Published April 13, 2012

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Would-be Idaho resort buyer indicted on wire fraud

A pension fund trustee and investment adviser from Idaho who made a $40 million bid to buy a failed ski resort was arrested Wednesday on charges of raiding pension funds he was hired to oversee. Read more »

Published April 11, 2012

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