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The article focuses on the Orange County School of the Arts (OCSA) culinary students winning the 2024 National ProStart Invitational. Topics include the students' innovative restaurant concept, the competition's scale and prize structure, and the emphasis on practical skills and teamwork in the ProStart program.

The article focuses on the challenges people face when discussing money with their romantic partners, the reasons behind their avoidance of such conversations due to fear of conflict, and the benefits of open communication in managing finances and strengthening relationships.

The article focuses on Chicago officials beginning to evict some migrants from shelters to ease resource strain, with exemptions for pregnant women, people with medical issues, and those securing housing, including the challenges faced by cities such as Chicago, in managing migrant populations.

The authors discuss the skills that successful candidates for a college president's position need. They mention the changes in educational leadership, the need for more diverse candidates, and desirable skills such as communication, emotional intelligence, and the ability to manage change.

College leaders talk about how they have succeeded in bringing faculty on board for new projects -- and how they have failed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

For administrators seeking faculty support for a major change, there are no simple tricks; rather, it takes long-term relationship building and canny strategy, say veterans of the process. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article offers information on the importance of early integration planning and implementation in the merger and acquisition (M&A) activity. Several ways to achieve a successful integration planning and implementation are mentioned, including the inclusion of cross-functional executives on the team, gathering of the integration experts, and development of communication and management strategies.

The article considers a study of the schedules of over 500 chief executive officers (CEO) conducted by researchers from the London School of Economics and Harvard Business School. The survey's finding that CEOs spent approximately one-third of their average 55-hour work week in meetings, three times the amount spent working alone, is discussed.

The article reports on joint executive coaching sessions which are being used by executives in many companies to settle personal differences. The article focuses on CEO Jim Clark and COO Thomas Fumarelli of WaterMark Paddlesports, Inc., who used the coaching sessions to improve their business relationship and find solution to miscommunication problems. The article notes that the sessions function in the same way as marriage counseling sessions.

Relates an experience of Stephen Glassman, chair of the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission, in attending a fellowship at Harvard University in Massachusetts in July 2005. Importance of dynamic classroom discussion focused on privilege to students; Need for sexual and gender minority community to improve communication and risk-taking with allies; Benefits of lessons learned regarding effective leadership, negotiation skills and coalition building to his activism.

This article informs that the 2004 Republican National Convention finalized its communications team. Joining Communications Director Mark Pfeifle are Natalie Rule as deputy director of communications and Leonardo Alcivar as press secretary. Rule most recently was the press secretary for vice presidential spouse Lynne Cheney. Alcivar was a press aide to former New York City Mayor Rudolph Giuliani.

Reports that management failure at the National Aeronautics and Safety Administration (NASA) is as much at fault as physical damage to the shuttle in the destruction of the shuttle Columbia and its crew according to the Columbia Accident Investigation Board. Comments from the panel chairman, Admiral Harold W. Gehman Jr. regarding the flaws in organizational communication with respect to evaluating and tracking problems before the launch of the shuttle; View that the findings will be similar to those of the shuttle Challenger accident in 1986; Discussion of the management factors that the board feels were in part responsible for the accident.

The article offers tips on how to improve communication and engagement in the workplace which includes showing appreciation, being creative, and encouraging feedback.

The article presents company profile of Cox Business, trusted provider and leader in business communication services in Orange County, California. It discusses effective communication through cutting edge technology that improves accessibility, flexibility and growth potential. It also talks about Laguna College of Art and Design (LCAD), disseminating art through fiber optics and The Yocca Law Firm, strengthening partnerships through reliable technology.

In this article the author discusses aspects of a widening gap between directors of public companies and their shareholders, shareholders' frustration, and the author's three proposals to narrow the gap, which includes prioritizing personal relationships between shareholders and directors.

The article presents the author's insights about the importance of communication between immediate supervisors and employees to promote corporate credibility and develop trust in management.

The article argues the importance of communication be it at work, with families, and to other commitments as it is encouraged by the Behavioral Coaching Institute.

The article discusses the size of U.S. university governing boards and comments on the ways in which larger boards can impede successful communication among trustees and effectively manage university-wide crises and scandals. The author comments on Pennsylvania State University's board and the criticism it received for the 2012 scandal involving its football coaches, as well as the downsizing of Southern Methodist University's (SMU) board in 1987 due to an athletics pay-for-play scandal. Topics include the reduction of Transylvania University's board by 2010 president R. Owen Williams, as well as Johns Hopkins University's plans to reduce the size of its Board of Trustees by 2015.

Ever wondered how restaurant staff members communicate with one another? Or why some diners have curious letters appended to their reservations? In the first of a new series on private languages, we offer a selection of secret codes used in the dining rooms and in the kitchens of some of New York's finest establishments. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article discusses how poor communication between information-technology (IT) departments and other executives in a company can lead to misunderstandings about IT, and comments on four areas that could particularly benefit from more transparent communication including risk management, accountability, and the cost and performance of IT.

The author stresses the importance of effective communication to business relations as she says poor grammar and vocabulary, mispronunciations and improper pacing can erode credibility and productivity.

In this article, the author discusses the steps in setting goals for the company, which include laying out of clear goals, effective communication of such goals, and assigning of the responsibilities.

The article presents discussion regarding the academic leadership skills required for being a department chair. The author begins by highlighting the fact that college faculty frequently disparage their department chair for erroneous reasons. It is then pointed out that many colleges do not adequately prepare their faculty to become effective chair holders. Advice is then given for prospective leaders, highlighting the need for communication and professionalism throughout the department.

A calendar of events for the Tucson, Arizona area in September 2010 is presented which includes the September Fiesta Mixer with Tucson Jazz Society, the seminar titled "Business Communication Defined: For Your Business or Career," and the Networking Breakfast.

The article focuses on the significance of comebacks in conversations in the office.

The article offers three strategies used by top-performing North American and European companies in launching a product based on a survey conducted by the authors. They say that project requirements should be defined and communicated clearly to teams involved prior to the development of a product. About 39% of the top-performing companies prioritize product development and create a project culture. They also communicate with customers during the entire project.

The article presents questions and answers related to interpersonal relations including a business owner who prefers that his employees are able to talk to him and another about an employee who feels that her boss does not appreciate her efforts enough.

This article reports on the criticisms facing three funds for their lack of transparency. According to analyst Andrew Gogerty of Morningstar Inc., funds from RiverSource Investments, Ameriprise Financial Inc., and OppenheimerFunds failed to explain recent changes to their shareholders. He emphasizes the importance of communicating with shareholders. He also points out RiverSource's decision to pass the cost of the transfer-agent switch to its investors.

The article reports on the use of a mapping technique called social-network analysis by engineering firm MWH to determine communication gaps, information bottlenecks and underutilized employees. More companies are using the approach because, according to Rob Cross of the University of Virginia, it helps firms disclose work-force dynamics hidden by organizational charts and performance reviews. In order to lessen costs and enhance cooperation among technology centers, Broomfield, Colorado-based MWH began using the method in 2003.

The article discusses the significance of consistent communication on employee stress. It is necessary to communicate in a timely manner and state the facts without promising a solution. It is noted that Human Resources should be on the front line for hearing the employee hot topics and learning which topics need to be address in messaging.

The article focuses on the scrutiny of the management practices at the Manitoba regional office of Indian and Northern Affairs Canada (INAC). Data shows that the region has rated below department -wide and government-wide standards in the Public Service Employee Survey. It was found out that the employees' responses varied significantly from those offered by other INAC departments and the federal government. Major complaints are in areas related to management communication.

The article presents the author's views on mergers of companies. The author says that mergers can be compared with a marriage. He says that like married couples, merging companies are expected to talk about spending needs, growth opportunities, and a name change. The author suggests that for the success of a new merger, there should be future planning, frequent communication, and everyone involved in the deal should be treated with respect.

The article offers news briefs related to marketing in the United States. San Francisco-based Pickett Advertising has been named as the agency to handle the accounts of Honda dealers in the Northern California. Laurence Boschetto has been named the president and chief operating officer at DraftFCB, the agency formed after a merger. A business executive Brian Martin opened a consulting company in marketing communications called Source Martin.

The article focuses on the life and career of Rick Shapiro, who had been the executive director of the U.S. Congressional Management Foundation, for the last 16 years. During his tenure, the Foundation grew to an institution in its own right, known for schooling freshman offices in constituent communications and office operations. Earlier, he worked on the minority staff of the U.S. Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations.

Presents tips on adapting the organizations' communication style to employees. Challenge of communicating with employees; Assessment instruments that can help in understanding employees' communication and learning styles; Issues to consider in dealing with employees.

The article emphasizes the significance of quality communication from management. Poor communication can result to lower productivity. Ways to improve internal interchange of thoughts include avoiding too much reliance on electronic mail messages and other written communication. It is important for managers to really listen and show respect to employees.

The article emphasizes the importance of communication for the success of a business. It can be observed in a workplace that supervisors see employees as not doing a good job and employees see the supervisor as the problem. The problem can be prevented by appropriate communication. The key is to take responsibility to communicate to others and to get communication from others.

The article asserts the importance of giving and receiving feedback to the attainment of a healthy work environment. It is necessary to speak directly to the person involved when giving feedback. Overreacting to the feedback will affect work. It is beneficial to listen when receiving feedback.

Reports that Merck & Company abruptly dropped a major cardiovascular study of the heart risks of the pain drug Vioxx in 2002, according to previously undisclosed company documents. Merck's decision to halt a separate study in September 2004 when patients in that trial experienced heart attacks and strokes at twice the rate of those receiving a placebo; Statement by Merck on why it decided not to do the study; Scope of the 2002 study; Overview of the documents; How federal investigators, state officials, Congressional committees and plaintiffs' lawyers have obtained thousands of internal Merck documents while pursuing investigations and lawsuits related to Vioxx.

Presents advice to managers on improving their communication skills. Significance of listening in communicating with employees; Advantage of scheduling a meeting with employees; Recommendations on giving feedback on employee performance.

Discusses leadership styles in bosses and managers, focusing on those who are either too secretive or reveal too much with their employees. View of author that either boss is preoccupied with their status and power; Comments from Dory Hollander, a psychologist and president of Wise-Workplaces, an executive coaching firm in Arlington (Va.), regarding these kinds of bosses; Comments from Dede Haskins, vice president of enabling technology at Cigital, a software professional-services company in Dulles (Va.), indicating a majority of the bosses she has had conceal information; Recount of incident involving Haskins and her boss, illustrating how withholding information contributed to a person losing their job; Traits of secretive bosses; Problems that could arise with bosses that reveal too much information.

Discusses the challenges currently faced by executives in the telecommunications industry. Efforts to keep morale up while making painful cuts and reshaping the culture of companies such as AT&T and MCI; Importance of the example of the plight faced by International Business Machines eleven years ago; Comments from IBM CEO Louis Gerstner, naming communication and performance as the critical ingredients in a crisis; Description of the situations at AT&T and MCI, with a focus on their chief executives, Dave Dorman and Michael Capellas.

Presents tips on establishing teamwork in the workplace. Discussion on teambuilding; Importance of communication and relationship among members; Information on rules of engagement.

Presents tips on improving communication in organizations and businesses. Issues integrated into complaints about not getting enough information; Questions to consider when dealing with communication problems.

Offers ideas on improving efficacy as a team member in work. Approaches to conflict resolution; Importance of communication for work groups; Options on addressing performance problem.