by John Macdonald | Feb 27, 2024 | The250
I like to make stuff. I’ve dedicated my entire career to making stuff, and many of my hobbies are also about making stuff. I learned early in my career at a giant defense contractor that I’m happiest and most productive when I feel like I’m... 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...