Mary Griffin at Derby Foods

Mary Griffin, vice president of consumer products, should provide feedback to one of her direct reports, Simon York. York is a great performer, but has shown some poor interpersonal skills in the way he interacts with his team and production staff. Griffin needs to provide comment to prevent York from derailing his career at Derby …

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iRelaunch: From Career Break to Career Re-entry

In this case, it is primarily the opportunity for mid-career professionals to return to work after a career break. The focus is on the iRelaunch company, which supports companies in the development and implementation of reentry programs and connects employees and employers. The protagonist of the case is Carol Fishman Cohen, co-founder of iRelaunch. The …

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Michael Lester at Lachlan Consulting

Lachlan consultant Michael Lester was frustrated by his client’s unwillingness to provide important data for an important presentation. Lester must decide how best to deal with his client Nadine Robert, knowing that her personal success and the reputation of his consulting firm depend on her ability to build and maintain a strong relationship. How firm …

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Performance Coaching: Darcy Gallagher Role

This case complements the Darcy Gallagher Performance Coaching case by providing informational material for the person who will take on the role of Darcy Gallagher. In preparation for the meeting between Darcy Gallagher, Director of Sales, and his General Manager for their annual performance review, Darcy has conducted a self-assessment of his performance. Additionally, this …

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Guns and Roses (A): Educating Educators through Peer Coaching Programmes

This case is a two-part series on the value of teaching forums and peer coaching programs in resolving conflicting educational philosophies. Case A takes place in September 2009, shortly after James Nelson, assistant professor at Singapore University of Management, sought advice from practitioner Harry Denon regarding declining student grades for their teaching performance. Then Den …

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Career Coaching: Darcy Gallagher Role

This case complements the Darcy Gallagher Career Coaching case by providing educational material for the person who will take on the role of Darcy Gallagher. In preparation for his meeting with his CEO about her future career path, Darcy has drawn up his career development plan for the next five years.