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C. William Pollard Papers

1999

Responsibility of Leadership

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How To Be A Leader For The Future, C. William Pollard Dec 1999

How To Be A Leader For The Future, C. William Pollard

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Speaking at Success 2000, Pollard contends that being a leader requires first and foremost the desire to make "a significant contribution in the lives of others."


What's It All About? (Milwaukee, Wi), C. William Pollard Nov 1999

What's It All About? (Milwaukee, Wi), C. William Pollard

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Speaking at the 1999 Christian Business Men's Lunch in Milwaukee, WI, Pollard notes that in the midst of rapid social chance Christians in the business world can continue to live out their faith by taking a person-centered approach to corporate endeavors.


The Soul Of The Firm (Harleysville, Pa), C. William Pollard Sep 1999

The Soul Of The Firm (Harleysville, Pa), C. William Pollard

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Addressing the Mennonite Homes Association, Pollard considers the role that a clear mission and committed leaders will play in a changing economic environment. In particular, he contends that corporate leaders are called to be first and foremost the servants of those they employ.


Leadership Message To Officers Re: Assuming Ceo Position, C. William Pollard Jun 1999

Leadership Message To Officers Re: Assuming Ceo Position, C. William Pollard

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In these brief remarks delivered in Memphis, Pollard speaks about assuming the position of CEO at the ServiceMaster Company for the second time.


Mission As An Organizing Principle, C. William Pollard Feb 1999

Mission As An Organizing Principle, C. William Pollard

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Speaking to both The Conference Board and the Peter F. Drucker Foundation for Nonprofit Management, Pollard addresses the topic of corporate mission, arguing that one can envision a meaningful relationship between work and the rest of life only when an organization's leaders are focused on serving employees.