by John Macdonald | Feb 26, 2024 | The250
Plain ole inertia is a powerful force. Some people simply would rather keep doing what they’re doing than go find something new and different. The devil you know… At first blush, you might be thinking, “Yeah, but if that’s why that person is staying,... by John Macdonald | Feb 25, 2024 | The250
The surrounding environment is a compelling reason for people to stay where they’re at. I’m not talking about perks — how great the office is, or where it is, free lunch, ping pong tables. I’m talking about the people and the work itself. Does... by John Macdonald | Feb 24, 2024 | The250
Belief is a powerful motivator. Maybe the most powerful. One of the reasons someone who has a choice of work chooses to stay at a particular job, even if the company isn’t doing well, is belief. It can be belief in the mission, the leadership, or that there is a... by John Macdonald | Feb 23, 2024 | The250
As a leader or manager, you should care. A lot. I’ve seen quite a bit written about why people leave, but quite frankly, not so much about why they stay. This is important, especially if you’re in a company that’s failing, falling, stagnant, or... by John Macdonald | Feb 22, 2024 | AI, The250
One of the interesting narratives in this upcoming national election cycle is democracy itself. Each side has labeled the other side as “undemocratic” — accusing each other of trying to destroy democracy through authoritarian control. You and I... by John Macdonald | Feb 21, 2024 | AI, The250
Several days a week, I run at lunchtime. Also, almost every day, my thoughts turn to the intersection of AI, robots, and humans. Many times, the Venn diagram of those two activities shows a large overlap. Today was such a day. I’m out there running, and I...