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Reading The Manuel

Interim manager Jerry Man...

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One never knows where one will find great lessons in business.  As an example, there is a lovely piece in the New York Times this morning about Jerry Manuel, the manager of the New York Mets.  In it, he talks about his management style and how he works with his team: Continue reading

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Partners

There’s a story about Mickey MantleWhen he was asked what kind of salary he would get as a Yankee in the modern era, Mantle’s response was that he’d go to George Steinbrenner and say “Howdy, Partner.” Continue reading

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The Old Ballyard

I’m sitting here watching the ceremonies before the final game at Yankee Stadium.  It’s been fun and emotional reliving a lot of memories and great moments.  In fact. some of my earliest childhood memories are of Yankee Stadium.   You know Yankee Stadium:  the place they ripped up in 1974. Continue reading

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