Doug Maxfield is a Vice President, Business Development for Global Novations serving clients globally. Based just outside of the San Francisco Bay Area, Doug works with clients to understand their business needs and implement solutions in selecting, engaging and developing employees and leaders.
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2 commentsWe had a little accident in the Maxfield home the other night. My daughter was finishing up her responsibility after dinner of clearing dishes off the table and counter, throwing away garbage. That’s when all the trouble started… For some reason, my daughter forgot how sharp the open edges of a can’s lid are, and [...]
Posted in Doug Maxfield, Talent Development.
2 commentsWith the start of the Major League Baseball World Series in San Francisco this week, I felt it appropriate to share a story of career success in baseball. In baseball, as in any other job, success comes to those who work hard and take advantage of the opportunities in front of them. In the United States, we sometimes refer to this as “blooming where we are planted.” I’ve been inspired by the story of John Mozeliak, the current General Manager of the St. Louis Cardinals’ baseball organization…
Posted in Doug Maxfield, Employee Engagement, Talent Development.
No commentsSeveral months ago, I stepped into the cube of a friend whom I’ll call Jack at a large US-based high-tech company. Jack started with this company as a security guard while attending college. Upon graduation, he joined the Finance organization where he held several positions, eventually working his way both up and across the company in several functions. Jack recently led a significant change effort at the company, impacting tens of thousands of employees worldwide.
Posted in Doug Maxfield, Talent Development.
No commentsThis summer, our family accompanied my son’s middle school band to perform at a local amusement park. The kids were excited to showcase their skills on a new stage and to enjoy many a vomit-inducing ride after the performance. Their chatter reflected their excitement – non-stop talking from about 25 kids all at the same [...]
Posted in Doug Maxfield, Learning & Development, Talent Development.
No commentsMy family and I watched “The Blind Side” recently – the true story of a homeless young man, seemingly not very intelligent or capable, who turned out to be rather extraordinary when a family showed love for and interest in him. I consider this a “miracle story” that highlights the mindset of “capacity building”.
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