Robert L. Johnson, founder/chairman/CEO of Black Entertainment Television (BET) and majority owner of the NBA's Charlotte Bobcats, on leading talented people
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Robert L. Johnson is the founder, chairman, and CEO of Black Entertainment Television (BET) and is the first African-American to be majority owner of major professional sports franchise in the United States. Johnson talks about the challenges he faced in the corporate world and about his leadership and management philosophy.
Publication Name: The Academy of Management Executive
Subject: Business, general
ISSN: 0896-3789
Year: 2004
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McKinsey's managing director Rajat Gupta on leading a knowledge-based global consulting organization
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This interview discusses changes and challenges that have been addressed by Rajat Gupta, managing director for McKinsey and Company Inc., a New York consulting firm. Mr. Gupta also speaks about his strengths and weaknesses, his background, and how he still remains close with his native country India.
Publication Name: The Academy of Management Executive
Subject: Business, general
ISSN: 0896-3789
Year: 2001
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Best laid plans: Establishing fairness early can help smooth organizational change
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The author presents information for improving employee productivity and employee relations. Topics include management style, employee training, and decision making methods.
Publication Name: The Academy of Management Executive
Subject: Business, general
ISSN: 0896-3789
Year: 2003
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