February 2009 Archives


Two (more) steps to dealing effectively with change at work: Analyze and Accept

In the continuing series "When Hell Freezes Over: Ice Skate", the A stands for Analyze and Accept. Here, Dr. Patt Schwab helps you analyze what you might have done differently to help avoid some of

Posted Feb 23 2009 by Linda Keith

25% of Senior Lenders report decrease in C&I Credit Lines for existing borrowers

The Senior Loan Officer Opinion Survey for January has just been issued by the Federal Reserve Board. In answer to a special question about limits on commercial lines of credit here is the latest word

Posted Feb 20 2009 by Linda Keith

Change is inevitable. Keep your perspective with humor.

We know that the congress is going to think more regulation is at least part of the answer to the banking challenges. So you know change is coming! Here is an essential step before you

Posted Feb 17 2009 by Linda Keith

Quick Test on the 6 Ns from Taxable Income to Recurring Cashflow

Here is a quick puzzle to test your memory on how to get from taxable income on any tax return to recurring cashflow available to pay debt, one of the many tricks you learn in

Posted Feb 16 2009 by Linda Keith

Got Stress Part II: Maybe screaming at work is a bad idea

There is a lot of angst in banking these days. And there are banks doing very well and work environments so upbeat you are still delighted to come to work!In the third segment of the

Posted Feb 12 2009 by Linda Keith

Got Stress? Try a Whine and Cheese Party

Listen to this second segment of my interview of Dr. Patt Schwab and her thoughts on:When Hell Freezes Over: Ice Skate.Here she shares a great idea on how to reduce stress at work, or at

Posted Feb 09 2009 by Linda Keith