Articles by Brent Skinner

Give Me a Break! #TChat Preview

Today’s work world is a tale of two job markets: It’s the best of times and the worst of times. While the “have nots” are merely hoping for a stable income (without any benefits), the “haves” are living large. That’s the focus of this week’s Extreme Perks, #TChat Edition…

Hobbits, Jedis, Fealty and the World of Work: #TChat Recap

Who passes up an opportunity to use the word fealty outside the context of medieval fantasies or galaxies far, far away? Frodo is engaged in his work; so is Luke Skywalker. And, inspired by their leaders, they become leaders themselves. Strong leaders beget strong leaders—and loyalty and engagement and trust. Think Yoda. Think Obi-Wan Kenobi. […]