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Real work in private
State dinners can help to bring people together but they tend to be more social occasions and are more about show than substance.
By David Walker | November 23, 2009; 02:00 PM ET | Comments (0)
Our Dysfunctional Democracy
Elective office has become an occupation rather a period of time for which leaders leave their normal careers to temporarily do public service.
By David Walker | August 31, 2009; 12:52 PM ET | Comments (1)
The Reagan Strategy
Watch for Sarah Palin to go on the speaking circuit and possibly pursue a radio or television talk program of her own. She may be trying to employ the strategy that Ronald Reagan did before being elected as governor of California.
By David Walker | July 7, 2009; 01:53 PM ET | Comments (1)
Marital Vows, Constitutional Vows
We need more people who lead by example and practice what they preach, including in connection with their moral and ethical behavior.
By David Walker | June 30, 2009; 11:15 AM ET | Comments (3)
Not Our Business
In General Motors' case, the government's actions may result in an oxymoronic situation: although the government pledged not to control GM, taxpayers could ultimately have majority ownership of the company.
By David Walker | June 1, 2009; 03:23 PM ET | Comments (2)
A Leader for One Season
Different types of leaders are needed at different stages of an organization's life cycle, and, in the final analysis, boards of directors have the primary responsibility to find the right fit.
By David Walker | May 26, 2009; 10:52 AM ET | Comments (0)
The Sensible Center
The duty of a judge is to make decisions based by applying the facts to the law and in a manner consistent with the Constitution.
By David Walker | May 18, 2009; 12:53 PM ET | Comments (0)
Support ROTC, Keep the Academies
There are plenty of other ways, besides closing the academies, to save big money in the Defense budget. At the same time, we should continue to support ROTC programs.
By David Walker | April 21, 2009; 04:00 PM ET | Comments (3)
Confident and Non-apologetic
President Obama was right to convey a cooperative, multilateral approach, but he also needs to show his resolve in addressing issues of major concern to the United States, including the long-range missile launch by North Korea.
By David Walker | April 6, 2009; 12:59 PM ET | Comments (0)
Change At All Costs
While leadership changes should be based on merit, sometimes there is a need for a change at the top in order to facilitate more dramatic changes and to enhance confidence among all key stakeholders.
By David Walker | March 30, 2009; 11:28 AM ET | Comments (1)
Practical Solutions for Bonus Problems
The Obama administration and the Congress need to focus on the credit crunch as well as the nation's rapidly deteriorating financial condition, growing structural deficits and over reliance on foreign lenders.
By David Walker | March 22, 2009; 08:15 PM ET | Comments (0)
Breaking the Mold
While some research shows women tend to be somewhat more risk averse than men, top women executives may not fit that pattern.
By David Walker | March 8, 2009; 11:07 PM ET | Comments (0)
Reduce Costs First
We should not expand health care coverage until we have meaningfully reduced health care costs and the tens of trillions of existing unfunded federal health care promises. We must not shoot ourselves again!
By David Walker | March 2, 2009; 10:54 AM ET | Comments (1)
In Debt to "I.O.U.S.A"
The movie demonstrates that the biggest deficit the United States has is a leadership one.
By David Walker | February 17, 2009; 10:19 AM ET | Comments (0)
Cut Hours, Not Heads
Companies might consider cutting back on employee hours rather than reduce headcount, especially if the employees involved are critical to the entity's future success.
By David Walker | February 9, 2009; 02:35 PM ET | Comments (1)
Back to the Real World
New York is too focused on money and the markets. Washington is too focused on power, position and politics. Both places have grown increasingly out-of-touch and out-of-control.
By David Walker | February 2, 2009; 10:39 AM ET | Comments (1)
Find the Right Fit
Being a leader means matching your people to the needs of your organization, and that's exactly what Coach Whisenhunt did.
By David Walker | January 25, 2009; 08:50 PM ET | Comments (0)
A Long-Term Vision
It is particularly challenging to make major changes in government, especially when the crisis you are trying to address is emerging and not immediate.
By David Walker | January 21, 2009; 10:50 AM ET | Comments (0)
Tough Talk -- More Needed
He has talked to us candidly about our current challenges and the tough choices they require, but he has yet to drive home the point that, like the rest of us, the government cannot keep overspending.
By David Walker | January 12, 2009; 10:43 AM ET | Comments (0)
Strong Start That Fizzled
George W. Bush enacted his tax cut with bipartisan support, set a clear management agenda and sent the right signals after 9/11 -- then his leadership went downhill.
By David Walker | January 5, 2009; 10:50 AM ET | Comments (0)
Keep the Pressure on Blagojevich
When scandal hits, leaders should address the issue quickly and forthrightly.
By David Walker | December 15, 2008; 10:09 AM ET | Comments (0)
Be Willing to Step Aside
The auto executives need to provide more detailed information -- and signal that they will get out of the way if necessary.
By David Walker | December 8, 2008; 11:12 AM ET | Comments (1)
