This September 14 is the 35th anniversary of ATR International’s founding! I am excited and very proud to write that sentence. While I was around for Day One, I can’t honestly say I remember it (lol)—but I have countless memories of growing up with ATR: all the times I colored and did homework in the […]
If you know me, you know that I love golf. I love to play it, watch it, talk about it. In short, golf is in my DNA. And now I’ve taken my passion in a new direction. Last fall I joined First Tee Silicon Valley (FTSV) as a board member, and not too long after, […]
Predicting something that is so intrinsically bound up in human behavior is a challenge. Add on top of that the economy and labor market are still deeply affected by pandemic-related changes – nothing is exactly predictable. Nevertheless, trends are appearing. And without a doubt, there are actions companies can take to improve hiring metrics and […]
Feliz Navidad and Happy Hanukkah! I feel blessed to be able to celebrate both, and I wish you the happiest of holidays, whichever ones you choose to celebrate. I love this time of year. With the festive season upon us and a new year to look forward to, we can all reflect on the things […]
I wish I could read more, but in spite of my good intentions, it’s sometimes hard to follow through. I’m busy with work and other hobbies and it usually takes me forever to finish the books I do start! That was not the case with The Art of Influence by Cheryl Polote-Williamson. I attended a […]
Quiet quitting: it’s one of the newest workplace buzzwords. In fact, according to a Gallup survey, quiet quitters make up at least 50% of the workforce. Depending on who you ask, the term describes either disgruntled employees slacking off while getting paid or overworked employees giving the minimum effort instead of working unreasonable hours for […]
The CHIPS and Science Act of 2022 has been signed into law, which is good news for America! There is a lot to like in this bill, and contrary to some headlines, it’s not just good for the tech industry. No bill is perfect, but the CHIPS Act invests in scientific and technological innovation and […]
The Emmy nominations were announced yesterday, and The Dropout, the excellent portrayal of the Elizabeth Holmes story, was nominated for outstanding limited series. Amanda Seyfried is wonderful as Elizabeth and is nominated for an Emmy herself. The show is a fascinating window into what happened at Theranos, and if you haven’t seen it yet, I […]
Like so many of you, my family and I have been watching the war in Ukraine. We’ve been anxious, angry, and inspired – all in the same newscast. After two years of pandemic living, strong emotions and uncertainty are familiar feelings, but we hope and pray for solutions and peace. War, seemingly forever a part […]