Must Reads
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.
Apple can’t hide from a 20-year-old reporter
Michael Rosenwald, Columbia Journalism Review, August 19, 2014
The best-sourced reporter covering Apple Inc., one of the world’s most secretive companies, is a 20-year-old junior at the University of Michigan. His name is Mark Gurman. He makes more than six figures a year as senior editor and scoop master at 9to5Mac.com, a news outlet most people have never heard of. [… read more]
“Today’s Professional Woman Report”
On September 10th, Davia Temin joined panelists from Citi, LinkedIn and Davis Polk to respond to the results of the recent Citi/LinkedIn national survey which explored career and financial concerns for women in the workplace. The survey revealed a “career peak paradox,” which suggests that professionals believe success is a moving target. […read more]
Your Parents Were Right: Research Shows Importance of Saying Thank You
Gonzaga University, September 9, 2014
Saying thank you has been among the commonest of cultural civilities for centuries. Now new research, conducted by social psychologists Monica Bartlett at Gonzaga University and Lisa Williams at the University of New South Wales, Australia, offers the first evidence that expressions of gratitude go beyond mere etiquette and provide real social benefit. […read more]
With iPhone 6 and Smartwatch, Apple Is Back and Better Than Ever
Farhad Manjoo, The New York Times, September 9, 2014
Four times before in its history, at media events planned with military precision, Apple introduced a new invention that radically altered how the technology industry conceived of its future. The company hopes it did that again for a fifth time on Tuesday by unveiling the Apple Watch, a stylish smartwatch that is the company’s first advance into a new product category since it created the iPad in 2010. […read more]
In wake of Target, Home Depot tight with info in breach response
Nathan Layne, Reuters, September 8, 2014
Home Depot Inc is being tight-lipped about its possible credit card breach, the opposite approach to the one Target Corp took nearly a year ago.
Almost a week after security blogger Brian Krebs warned that Home Depot could be the victim of a breach extending to more than 2,000 U.S. stores, the home improvement chain has not confirmed or denied that one had occurred. The company said Tuesday that it was working with authorities to investigate the matter.
“When you have criminal behavior, you don’t know right away what all the ramifications are,” said Davia Temin, head of a consultancy focused on crisis and reputation management. “It’s really hard when you are trying to overcommunicate not to misstate reality.” […read more]
“In wake of Target, Home Depot tight with info in breach response”
Home Depot is being tight-lipped about its possible credit card breach, the opposite approach to the one Target Corp took nearly a year ago. In its minimalist communication strategy, Home Depot likely is drawing lessons from Target, avoiding an incremental approach that risks giving the impression that it does not have a complete grasp of the problem. “When you have criminal behavior, you don’t know right away what all the ramifications are,” said Davia Temin. “It’s really hard when you are trying to overcommunicate not to misstate reality.” — Reuters […read more]
“Building the Pipeline–Advancing Women in Financial Services to the Next Level”
The Women’s Bond Club hosted a panel, sponsored jointly by Citi and EY, on September 8th, moderated by Davia Temin on “Building the Pipeline–Advancing Women in Financial Services to the Next Level.” […read more]
G.M.’s Board Is Seen as Slow in Reacting to Safety Crisis
Bill Vlasic, The New York Times, September 7, 2014
After General Motors emerged from bankruptcy and a government bailout five years ago, the board of directors of the “new G.M.” was expected to keep a more watchful eye on a company that had gone seriously off track. But on the issue of vehicle safety, the board until recently took a mostly hands-off approach, rarely even discussing the topic beyond periodic reviews of product quality with company executives. […read more]
The Best Leaders Are Insatiable Learners
Bill Taylor, HBR Blog Network, September 5, 2014
In these head-spinning times, the challenge for leaders is not to out-hustle, out-muscle, or out-maneuver the competition. It is to out-think the competition in ways big and small, to develop a unique point of view about the future and get there before anyone else does. According to this article’s author, the best leaders aren’t just the boldest thinkers; they are the most insatiable learners. […read more]
PR Insider: 7 Types of Content Reporters Want in a Press Release
Serena Ehrlich, PR News, September 5, 2014
Each week, journalists and reporters receive hundreds, if not thousands, of news pitches and press releases. Of all the releases sent, only a handful receive editorial coverage. If your release doesn’t, it may be because it doesn’t contain content that reporters want. According to Business Wire’s 2014 media survey, there are 7 types of content reporters are looking for in a press release. […read more]