In a world of shrinking budgets and increased demands on the individual there is a continuing need to find ways to increase performance within the existing workforce. Historically, performance training has focused on preparing individuals to be physically fit to perform the assigned tasking. Recent experience has demonstrated that performance enhancements can be gained by ensuring personnel are mentally prepared to perform tasking. Skills like...

Developing Global Leaders through Community Service in Emerging CountriesWith Susan J. Thomas, Ph.D., IBM Global Business Services, Organizational & People Consulting, and MSBCoach As companies expand globally there is an increased need for leadership development programs to include experiences in countries in which their companies work. Many companies do year or longer rotations, which can put strains on the employee’s families. IBM...