Topic: NBA Eastern Conference

Can your business win with “C-level” players?

Something I hadn’t given much thought until a consultant mentioned it during a training session last week. In his mind, if you’re going to “win,” the only way you can do so is if your team is made up of entirely “A” and ...READ»

The NBA's most jealous superstar

Today's plucky boasts interesting names such as Kobe and Bulls would suffer again in 1989 and the Pistons, now famed, "Jordan Rules" cover simplified in once again eliminating the Bulls.In 1990 the Bulls emerging talent surrounding ...READ»

The Life-Long Value of Sincerity

David Bodanis is author of the books The Secret House and E=mc2. He also developed the concept of "mini-scenarios." In his fast-paced presentation at GEL, he talked about the power of loyalty in life, love, and word. What follows is ...READ»

Careers: Lessons from LeBron James and Michael Jordan on Teamwork

In a previous entry, I talked about my rock star neighbor who, at the ripe old age of nine, has already started his own business specializing in lawn maintenance, pet sitting, auto detailing, and beverages/snacks. If you’re ...READ»

Strategy, Execution, and Innovation

What enabled the Detroit Pistons to overcome the mighty Los Angeles Lakers in this year's NBA finals? Great game plans? Or great players? Will this year's presidential election be won with a superior campaign design? Or with memorable ...READ»

Fast Talk: Good Sports

These five executives from the world of sports bring an array of clever approaches to finding, wooing, and retaining their fans as competition for their devotion--and their dollars--increases.READ»

Catering to the Masses

Levy Restaurants knows how to feed a crowd--with discipline, a helping of creativity, and, as needed, a dash of resilience. Plus the occasional lasagna.READ»

Assumptions Are Communication Killers

Today is Thursday, so this post is on communication skills. The ability to engage in meaningful conversation is a key communication success skill.  As I always tell my executive coaching clients, assumptions can kill a ...READ»

Michael Jordan

They say absence makes the team grow stronger. His Airness proved them correct when he ditched his barely scratched Louisville Slugger for a trusty old Wilson in 1995.READ»

The Name Game

Say you have an opportunity to resuscitate a brand that has nostalgic appeal but a lousy track record. Back in the day, it was a major-league loser. Do you stick with the old name and try to turn its identity around, or go with a new ...READ»

Crazy Sick Day Excuses, Sports Edition

I heard on the radio this morning that Drew Gooden, a forward for the NBA's Orlando Magic, missed last night's game against Sacramento due to "infected hair follicles." Now I've had infected hair follicles (file that under "too much ...READ»

The Greening of Pro Sports Arenas

What do the Miami Heat, Atlanta Thrashers, and Atlanta Hawks have in common? As of today, all three teams play in LEED-certified arenas. The Philips Arena in Atlanta, Georgia and the American Airlines Arena in Miami, Florida became ...READ»

The Power Lunch Is Back

They're packing the power brokers in once again at Manhattan's Four Seasons restaurant, reports the New York Times this morning in a story about the return of the power lunch. Happy days are here again it seems (along with $130 ...READ»

2.The Theory Behind Life Themes

For Gallup, hiring is all about talent. Specifically, it's about finding the best talent you can to fill the openings you've got.READ»

1.How to Hire by wire

For five years, as I researched how certain companies provide consistently great service, I heard the same refrain: 'Our people are our most important asset.' Trouble was, I heard that just as often from companies with terrible service.READ»

Are Self-Publishing Companies "Cheating" by Removing the Hurdles to Get Your Books Published Faster?

Are self-publishing writers really “cheating,” or are they simply taking advantage of widespread changes taking place throughout the entertainment and business worlds. Check out... READ»

Free-Agent Finance - Stan Davis

A conversation with Stan Davis, consultant and writer.READ»

Air Jordan V Jared Jeffries Away PE

New York Knicks forward, Jared Jeffries hasn’t exactly been setting the league ablaze with his play this year. The Knicks are off to a 1-9 start, and despite a lack of substantial playing time in that stretch, Jeffries has been ...READ»

Nike Zoom Skyposite Yi Jianlian PE

With Yao Ming out indefinitely following last year’s broken foot, an even larger contengency of Chinese viewers will watch the NBA rooting for New Jersey’s Yi Jianlian. The seven-foot power forward will be seen rocking this white ...READ»

Big Game Trophy Hunter

Dr. Andrews has changed sports history by treating, advising, or developing training programs for key players who led their teams to victory.READ»

• The Most Valuable Player in Sports is ... this Doctor
• Star Map
• High Profile Sports Patients of Dr. James Andrews

The 10 Most Creative People in Sports...

Are not who you might expect. No LeBron or Dwight. No Melo or Kobe. We rank the brains--the right-brain superstars--behind the teams, venues, and deals that are, yes, changing the game. READ»

• The 100 Most Creative People In Business

How to Tell a Good Story

Today is Thursday, so this post is on dynamic communication. Last Thursday, I did a post on how to become a dynamic story teller.  I described the four step process for creating and telling good stories that I have ...READ»

Air Jordan Shoes - Dwyane Wade

Dwayne Wade made a show off with his new Air Jordan 16.5 PEs gainst Cavaliers and LeBron during the Miami Norland Senior high school Laypus for Learning event on Wednesday. I was able to get some pics over the net on Wade doing his ...READ»

Nike Air Force 1 High Torch PE Rasheed Wallace

Acquired in the offseason, Rasheed Wallace, has helped the Boston Celtics get off to a hot start this 2009-10 NBA Regular Season, and he’s done so not only in a new Boston Celitcs’ uniform but also in a new pair of Nike Air Force ...READ»

Born With It or Not, Leadership Requires Learning

Do successful leaders need raw talent or rigorous training? Or both?READ»