Performance Project

January 3rd, I had the opportunity to spend a delightful, informative almost 90 minutes talking to Daniel Robert Sullivan. One of the many things I wanted to clarify with him was the huge difference between how feedback is given/received in the performing arts versus the organizational world. He delivered a powerful message to me. He told me that the very first thing you are taught (and better learn) in acting class is to simply acknowledge any feedback, positive and/or negative, with two simple words: "'Thank You." So simple, so powerful.

If you haven’t seen the movie Lincoln yet, stop whatever you’re doing, go to the nearest theater and watch it right now.

There was never a question of “if” it would happen. The only was question was “when?” Any NFL football fan knew that sooner or later a “replacement” referee would make an incorrect call that decide...

Tried-and-true recruiting and interviewing tactics are great, as long as they keep on working. But would you know, really, if they weren’t?

Over the decades, a handful of NFL teams have managed to thrive under different coaches, quarterbacks and equipment managers. Here's how these franchises have continued to find success.

Tomorrow is the opening of the 30th modern Olympiad in London, Great Britain. More than 8,000 athletes from 50 countries will compete in 42 different sports, and for many of them, it will be the pe...

"You're the best!" the four American Idol contestants cried to their voice coach Patty after narrowly escaping elimination, "We couldn't have done it without you!

Last week’s annual NFL draft reminds us that effective performance management practices are demonstrated in live action every weekend in the fall.

Do your online hiring practices need an intervention? You may not think you need help, but neither do most of the guests on A&E’s hit show Hoarders.

The short leash the Jets have on quarterback Mark Sanchez has given him little room to stretch and grow as a leader.

Have you ever seen a world class athlete before their event? What they are doing is called guided imagery and it can help job seekers.

Looking to make your way into an entertainment career? Find out what you can learn about show business from Mindy Kaling of 'The Office'.

Bleacher Report recently put together a list of the 30 Greatest Athletes in Summer Olympics History. Sitting on top of the list was 14-time gold medalist Michael Phelps, who holds the all-time record for the most Olympic gold medals.

Hiring tips from a musician-turned-CEO who runs one of the hottest recruiting companies in the gaming industry.

Vince Lombardi is widely considered the best football coach of all time, and ultimately may be the greatest coach in the history of all sports.

How is your pitch being developed? Are you ready for your pitch? This past weekend I became fascinated with the TV show The Pitch on AMC. The Pitch gives an inside view of advertising agencies.