Author Archives: Phyllis Ezop

We hear a lot about the ill effects of focusing too heavily upon the short term. Successful endeavors often require a longer term effort. But, can there be too much emphasis on the long term?

Big bets versus smaller bets. It’s a decision business leaders often face. And, how big a bet a business makes can have a major impact upon success. That’s why making the right kind of bets is crucial. And, it turns … Continue reading →

What founders bring to a start-up can make a big difference in whether or not the new venture succeeds. When founders have the right kind of background, the start-up is more likely to thrive. An example of this was

Lego, the building blocks maker, recently reported strong financial results. Since some aspects of what Lego has been doing go counter to industry trends, it is interesting to see to what Lego’s management attributes its recent successful performance.

Not long ago, a Wall Street Journal article debated the pros and cons of a required retirement age for CEOs. Here in this blog post, we discuss something of utmost importance in assessing when CEOs should retire. And, paying attention … Continue reading →