Monthly Archives: July 2010

Closed for Summer Vacation!

  I’ll be on vacation for next couple weeks but will be doing some “micro-blogging” via Twitter. You can catch me at @MiguelACorona (or follow the Twitter link on the RHS of the page). See you in a couple weeks!

Happy Birthday Hispanic Talent Memo!

Hispanic Talent Memo marks its One Year Anniversary on July 11th. It’s hard to beleive I’ve been at it for a year! I’m so humbled by many of you that have reached out to me over the last 12 months, especially during my medical issues earlier this Spring. Your kindness and support were very much appreciated. So Happy…

Hispanic Perspectives on Organizational Commitment

I just finshed reading “Delivering Happiness: A Path to Profits, Passion, and Purpose” by Tony Hsieh, the CEO of Zappos. A good book that describes the founding and growth of Zappos. The book provides a lot of great lessons, but I was struck by one in particular: the organizational commitment of its employees.  Nothing harms a company…

Thank You Junior Achievement of New Jersey!

Earlier in the year, I shared my experiences as a volunteer and student participant with Junior Achievement. Today, my good friend  Amy Boroff, Development Director for Junior Achievement of New Jersey, shared this video from their Latino Professional Community Day. The event brought together dozens of Hispanic volunteers from corporations and professional associations to mentor students at First Avenue School…

Are You Using a "Big Box" Recruiting Strategy?

I met a smart and confident entrepreneur at a recent networking event. I asked about her business, and she went on to tell me about her four companies. She’s a web designer. She also offers web hosting. She offers printing services. And she also owns a PR company. All the while I was thinking –…