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How To Be A Leader For The Future, C. William Pollard
How To Be A Leader For The Future, C. William Pollard
C. William Pollard Papers
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
What's It All About? (Milwaukee, Wi), C. William Pollard
C. William Pollard Papers
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.
Bridging The Gulf (London), C. William Pollard
Bridging The Gulf (London), C. William Pollard
C. William Pollard Papers
Delivered at London's Institute of Directors, this speech emphasizes how ServiceMaster has bridged the gulf between profit-driven business initiatives and ethics by crafting a culture of servant leadership, which in Pollard's case is supported by deep religious commitments.
The Soul Of The Firm (Harleysville, Pa), C. William Pollard
The Soul Of The Firm (Harleysville, Pa), C. William Pollard
C. William Pollard Papers
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
Leadership Message To Officers Re: Assuming Ceo Position, C. William Pollard
C. William Pollard Papers
In these brief remarks delivered in Memphis, Pollard speaks about assuming the position of CEO at the ServiceMaster Company for the second time.
Soul Of The Firm: Business As A Christian Calling, C. William Pollard
Soul Of The Firm: Business As A Christian Calling, C. William Pollard
C. William Pollard Papers
Pollard delievered this speech at Business '99: An Outstanding Christian Calling, a symposium held by Calvin College (Grand Rapids, MI). In it he speaks of how a holistic focus on people is the bedrock of transforming work into a holy vocation.
Do Ethics And Profit Mix?, C. William Pollard
Do Ethics And Profit Mix?, C. William Pollard
C. William Pollard Papers
In this speech delivered at Judson College (Elgin, IL), Pollard considers the relationship between profit-driven business initiatives and ethics, focusing particularly on how people (i.e., employees and customers) exist as the ethical foundation of any business.
Speech At Park Ridge Prayer Breakfast, C. William Pollard
Speech At Park Ridge Prayer Breakfast, C. William Pollard
C. William Pollard Papers
In this speech delivered at the Park Ridge Prayer Breakfast in Park Ridge, IL, Pollard considers the integration of Christian faith and business.
Faith And Work, C. William Pollard
Faith And Work, C. William Pollard
C. William Pollard Papers
In this speech at the Laity Lodge Leadership Forum (The Cloister - Sea Island, GA), Pollard outlines his vision of work as ministry.
Mission As An Organizing Principle, C. William Pollard
Mission As An Organizing Principle, C. William Pollard
C. William Pollard Papers
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.