Wednesday, July 25, 2012

NOTHING PERSONAL: BUSINESS IN SWEDEN IS STRICTLY IMPERSONAL. This week, Bob looks forward to the Olympics countdown with a focus on the medal-winning Swedes.

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Finally, I can grab a beer and get my fill of the global games of summer! The Olympics officially begin July 27th, and Sweden is set to com...
Wednesday, July 18, 2012

THERE ARE NO CASUAL FRIDAYS IN GERMANY, BUT THERE IS MORE FREE TIME. This week, Bob talks about the differences in business attitudes between Germany and the U.S.

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As we get closer to the Olympics, this month we decided our focus will be on other countries. Today, I'd like to focus on my observatio...
Wednesday, July 11, 2012

WHAT IS IT ABOUT "TAKING ONE FOR THE TEAM" THAT BRINGS A SENSE OF OLYMPIAN-LIKE FULFILLMENT TO INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS? This week, Bob talks about the importance of the team vs. the individual in Japanese culture.

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Naturally, there are some cultural differences between Asian countries, but all seem to believe in putting oneself second to the team, or g...
Friday, July 6, 2012

WHAT CAN THE OLYMPICS TEACH US ABOUT BUSINESS? As a prelude to the upcoming Olympics, this month Bob explores global cultures.

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There's a different kind of competition in business than in the Olympics. In business we're expected to make or earn money. We comp...
Thursday, June 28, 2012

WHAT MAKES A COMPANY? This week's blog post celebrates the 30-year-anniversary of Shamrock. It is written by the people who have worked with Bob and for Bob. Friends. Employees. Business Partners.

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  "The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort, but where he stands at times of challenge and c...
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Wednesday, June 20, 2012

DOES IT MAKE DOLLARS AND CENTS TO HAVE WELLNESS PROGRAMS AT WORK? Bob certainly thinks so; see why, here.

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I am certainly concerned about the health and welfare of my family. That includes my private family and my family of employees. I've ma...
Wednesday, June 13, 2012

WHAT'S THIS BUSINESS ABOUT SUMMER CAMP? Bob considers the positive aspects of business summer camp.

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For years we've had new employees participate in an orientation to gain a greater understanding of our Shamrock. This generally happens...