2. Must Reads

Must Reads

“When turmoil rules, go in.” — Lao Tzu

There is so much to read, so much to know, so many sources to follow. And the volume of news and information just keeps growing exponentially. How to keep up? Even more, how to rediscover the serendipity of learning something new and interesting for its own sake?

Here, for your enjoyment and interest, are the articles Temin and Company considers “must reads.” They are primarily on the topics of reputation and crisis management, the media, leadership and strategy, perception and psychology, self-presentation, science, girls and women, organizational behavior and other articles of interest.

They are listed below with the most recent articles first, and to the side, by category.

We hope you enjoy them and would appreciate your comments. And whenever you have any favorite articles for us to add, please let us know so that we might include them for other readers to enjoy.

There is so much to read, so much to know, so many sources to follow. And the volume of news and information just keeps growing exponentially. How to keep up? Even more, how to rediscover the serendipity of learning something new and interesting for its own sake?

Here, for your enjoyment and interest, are the articles Temin and Company considers “must reads.” They are primarily on the topics of reputation and crisis management, the media, leadership and strategy, perception and psychology, self-presentation, science, girls and women, organizational behavior and other articles of interest.

They are listed below with the most recent articles first, and to the side, by category.

We hope you enjoy them and would appreciate your comments. And whenever you have any favorite articles for us to add, please let us know so that we might include them for other readers to enjoy.

The Science of Near-Death Experiences

Gideon Lichfield, The Atlantic, April 2015

Near-death experiences have gotten a lot of attention lately. These stories are similar to those told in dozens if not hundreds of books and in thousands of interviews with “NDErs,” or “experiencers,” as they call themselves, in the past few decades. Though details and descriptions vary across cultures, the overall tenor of the experience is remarkably similar. […read more]

“Uber Needs A Crash Course In Crisis Management”

Uber is no stranger to PR disasters. Whether it’s surge pricing during a hostage crisis in Sydney, accusations of rape by drivers in India or questions over the security of users’ data, the start-up has already weathered its fair share of storms. As the company ventures into new services, cities and countries, it will inevitably ruffle some feathers and make more missteps. “The arrogance with which the service is put forth just doesn’t jive,” said Davia Temin. “They key is being able to disrupt with an attitude of humility, even kindness.” — LinkedIn […read more]

These are the 10 best companies for baby boomer employees

Mark Koba, Fortune, March 17, 2015

76 million children were born in the U.S. between 1945 and 1964, the worldwide phenomenon called the baby boom generation. At the moment, the oldest baby boomers are already in their 60s. They’re hard workers — and their experience can often come in handy for companies looking for talent and good old-fashioned know-how. This article shares a list of companies found to be among the best for this age group. […read more]

Older Really Can Mean Wiser

Benedict Carey, The New York Times, March 16, 2015

Behind all those canned compliments for older adults — spry! wily! wise! — is an appreciation for something that scientists have had a hard time characterizing: mental faculties that improve with age. The older brain offers something more, according to a new paper in the journal Psychological Science. Elements of social judgment and short-term memory, important pieces of the cognitive puzzle, may peak later in life than previously thought. […read more]

Staying Ahead of the Game: The Steps to Effective Crisis Communications Planning

PR Newswire, March 12, 2015

Don’t wait for a crisis to hit before considering your communications strategy. Getting caught off guard can mean the difference between success and failure, especially if your competitors are quick to respond. Take action today to ensure tomorrow’s stability.

View PR Newswire’s on-demand webinar to obtain the tips and tools needed to craft an effective crisis plan. Davia Temin, CEO, Temin & Co. and Colleen Pizarev, VP, Communications Strategies, PR Newswire discuss: creating a crisis plan and messaging effectively; the role of boards in crisis; listening best practices and your social media response. […read more]

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100 Business, Technology and Leadership Lessons [SLIDE DECK]

Vala Afshar, The Huffington Post, March 12, 2015

On March 8, 2013, Michael Krigsman and this article’s author launched a weekly video series called CXO-Talk. The goal was to connect their network and share wisdom from the most innovative and thoughtful business leaders in the world. Since then, CXO-Talk has set the standard for thought-provoking enterprise video content. With over 100 episodes completed, they have created a SlideShare presentation featuring 116 executives from our first 100 episodes. […read more]

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