Vistage Research Center

Millennials have a reputation for job hopping, and for good reason: On average, a Gen-Y worker changes jobs every two years, by contrast to Baby Boomers, who make a switch every 15 years or so. That has costly implications for... The post Millennials in the workplace: How companies can hold onto millennial talent [Podcast] appeared first on Vistage Research Center.

Vistage member Sandy Marsico started her company Sandstorm Design at age 24 with six employees. It’s now Chicago’s leading marketing, user experience, and web design firm; has been named one of the top 50 Generation Y employers in Chicago; and boasts a... The post Secrets of a Top Gen Y Employer: Sandy Marsico of Sandstorm Design [Podcast] appeared first on Vistage Research Center.

The 2008 financial crisis was catastrophic for many businesses in the printing industry — but not Printing Management Associates (PMA). As founder Jeff Brady explains it, that’s because of PMA’s unique business model, which runs “lean and mean” and has... The post Why flexibility is a strategic business model advantage [Podcast] appeared first on Vistage Research Center.

There are people out there who have the power to positively change the course of your business. But how do you reach them? The answer, surprisingly, may be cartoons. Just ask Stu Heinecke, a Wall Street Journal cartoonist, Hall of Fame-nominated... The post Unconventional ways to draw in powerful people [Podcast] appeared first on Vistage Research Center.

When it comes to understanding the needs of working millennials, Cara Program CEO Maria Kim has a lot to bring to her peers at Vistage. By working with a nonprofit that specializes in workforce development for the homeless and poverty-stricken,... The post Motivating the millennial workforce [Podcast] appeared first on Vistage Research Center.

Hiring the best people is on the agenda of all companies. But choosing a candidate that fits both a specific position and the culture of the business often proves challenging. Seth Stein, President of Eastridge Workforce Solutions, a talent acquisition... The post Redefining Recruitment Podcast: Seth Stein of Eastridge Workforce Solutions [Podcast] appeared first on Vistage Research Center.

There’s a reason why Ola Sage, founder and CEO of e-Management, an IT solutions firm based in Silver Spring, MD, is willing to play the cat-and-mouse game with computer hackers who target her clients. “We exist to help people succeed... The post Tech Solutions Champion: Ola Sage of e-Management [Podcast] appeared first on Vistage Research Center.

When Matthias Hollwich and Marc Kushner started HWKN, their award-winning architectural firm in Manhattan with 40-plus employees, they built the foundation for their firm as a two-man team. Fast forward to today, and HWKN has received international attention in 2012... The post Building Blocks of Business Growth: Matthias Hollwich of HWKN [Podcast] appeared first on Vistage Research Center.

Now, you would think that a people-oriented industry like consulting would be focused on creating empathy. But it was actually the lack of this trait within consulting business models that drew John Huckle, who started his career as a Deloitte,... The post Empathy Fueled Business Growth: John Huckle of BusinessForward [Podcast] appeared first on Vistage Research Center.

After calling Denver, Colorado, home for many years, it was difficult for Sid Brodsky, chef and president of James Gerard Foods, to move onto a new chapter in Phoenix, Arizona. Right from the beginning, Sid felt his new job was... The post Strategic Growth: Sid Brodsky of James Gerard Foods [Podcast] appeared first on Vistage Research Center.

It shouldn’t take more than a couple of clicks for an outsider to get a clear sense of what your business is about, according to Sharon Ryan, president and owner of Dasher, an information services company specializing in Medicaid. Making... The post Sparking a Revolution for Improvement: Sharon Ryan of Dasher Inc. [Podcast] appeared first on Vistage Research Center.

Wenger Mixing Company was once known as a small town mixing plant in Sabetha, Kansas, in 1935. Today it has grown to become an international enterprise with a presence in Taiwan, Belgium, Brazil and China. Some might wonder what how-to approach... The post A Vistage member describes how his small business turned into a transnational enterprise [Podcast] appeared first on Vistage Research Center.

In this new edition of the Vistage podcast series, Vistage member Dave Nelsen interviews Jim Carchidi, the co-owner and executive vice president of JFC Staffing Companies, a direct hire or temporary placement company. JFC Staffing Companies was originally started by Jim’s... The post The Coaching Management Philosophy: Jim Carchidi of JFC Staffing [Podcast] appeared first on Vistage Research Center.

Great Clips CEO Rhoda Olsen’s innovative approach to franchise leadership boils down to what she calls a delicate balance: technological innovation and the human touch. With more than 20 years on the executive team at Great Clips, she faces the... The post Cutting Edge Focus: Rhoda Olsen of Great Clips [Podcast] appeared first on Vistage Research Center.

Vistage Executive Summits Presents A Special Interview with Gustavo Grodnitzky Is your team united? Or are you operating your business with a serious generation gap? In this special edition of the Vistage podcast series, hear from Dr. Gustavo Grodnitzky, speaker,... The post One Culture, Every Generation: How To Build a Unified Workforce [Podcast] appeared first on Vistage Research Center.

“We view ourselves as game-changers in the marketplace to have our company be a vehicle for change,” says Patrick Clark, CEO and owner of REIG, a real estate investment and construction firm. REIG has enabled Patrick, a former Marine, to... The post A Game-Changing Mission: Patrick Clark of REIG [Podcast] appeared first on Vistage Research Center.

On October 6, 2008, Medelita’s Joe Francisco and his wife, Lara, set out to shake up the medical-wear market. Lara loathed the clothes she had to wear to work every day as a physician assistant; she wore what she considered... The post Prescription for Innovation: Joe Francisco of Medelita Lab Coats and Scrubs [Podcast] appeared first on Vistage Research Center.

Vistage Executive Summits Presents A Special Interview with Mike Maddock Are you creating and embracing connections and ideas that can foster greater innovation for your company? In this special edition of the Vistage podcast series, hear from author, consultant and... The post Parallel Engineering, Problem Solving and Strengthening Your Innovator Mindset [Podcast] appeared first on Vistage Research Center.

Vistage Executive Summits Presents A Special Interview with Dale Partridge As an industry leader and CEO where are you putting your priorities, in people or in profit? In this special edition of the Vistage podcast series, hear from serial entrepreneur,... The post From Mediocre to Incredible: Putting Value in People to Improve Your Company Environment [Podcast] appeared first on Vistage Research Center.