Posts by TA Group
What it Takes to Outpace, Outperform, and Outclass the Competition
If you’ve ever been faced with a BIG opportunity, task, or endeavor, you can understand the effort that goes into completing the mission and achieving the desired outcome. If you’re getting ready to dive headlong into one, here are a few thoughts on what it takes to win in business.
Read MoreNothing on the Floor: The Secret to Accelerating Your Career Advancement
Recently I had the pleasure of visiting with an impressive group of 40+ interns working in various areas of our business. They were meeting with me all together as part of their onboarding and integration process, so I won’t pretend they all signed on to hear what I had to say – but I was flattered that they appeared to have done their homework, knew who I was, and came prepared to ask very specific questions about my experience.
I’ve done these visits, virtually or in-person, many times. They are never the same and I leave each feeling that I received much more than I gave.
Read More3 Key Business Lessons the Air Force Taught Me
When I share lessons I’ve learned, I often talk about my years in the business world—from the boss who gave me a shot at UPS, to the company that erupted in (and recovered from) scandal, to my position now as an advisor to a portfolio of companies, including Launch Consulting. But all the building blocks that got me where I am today are stacked on top of the foundation laid by my first job out of high school: the Air Force.
Read MorePractice or Quit: 3 Ways to Get Out of a Slump
Like many of you, I’ve peeked in on the baseball playoffs a time or two over the last couple of weeks. I love competition and admire those who have the discipline and courage to pursue excellence in a field as competitive as professional athletics. I’ll admit that whenever I watch a team celebrate, I think, “If only I would have applied myself, maybe I could have had an evening like that.”
Read MorePush Pause, Restart: 3 Steps to Remotivate, Reinvigorate, and Get a Fresh Start on Your Goals
When my son was eight years old, he often found himself in trouble. In trouble for fighting with his sister. In trouble for not doing his homework. In trouble for being too loud or too disruptive. Come to think of it, when you’re eight, it seems like you get in trouble for almost everything.
Read MoreKeep Driving Forward: Lessons from Sam Schmidt
When Sam Schmidt was rendered quadriplegic in an Indycar crash, it barely slowed him down. Since then, he’s started his own Indycar race team (currently 2nd in the championship), founded Conquer Paralysis Now, and worked with Arrow Electronics to once again drive over 200mph…and more importantly, dance with his daughter on her wedding day. I’m proud to introduce you all to my friend Sam today. I’d love if you introduced me to the person who’s influenced your perspective on perseverance and progress — and keeps you DRIVING FORWARD.
Read MoreTAG LATAM opens in Buenos Aires
In January of 2021, TA Group Holdings (TAG) expanded its worldwide operations by launching its first Latin American software development center, TAG LATAM.
Read MoreThe Power of 3 Perspectives: Mine, Theirs, and the Unshared
Understanding the whole story often takes the Power of 3 Perspectives: Mine, Theirs, and the Unshared.
Again and again throughout my leadership experience, the number 3 has proven itself a magic number for productivity and progress.
Read MoreM&A Pitfalls: Creating Value (MasterClass #5)
Understanding the keys to creating value is vital to funding and M&A.
Read MoreNavigate Work Crises With the Power of 3 Priorities
When it comes to success, focused attention beats a laundry list of good intentions. The lessons about the Power of 3 have worked for me over and over, and especially during work crises.
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