Detroiter articles from May 2003

Detroiter archives from May 2003

Shut out from the health-care system for no good reason.(Letter to the Editor)
May 1, 2003... In response to your article, "The uninsured: Everybody's concern" in the March issue of the Detroiter, I'd like to raise a hand and say, "That would be ME." Although gainfully employed and, in fact, running my own (very) small business, I do...

A big help for visiting journalists.(Feedback)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... Thanks to the Detroit Regional Chamber for the informative material provided at your table in the media center at the North American International Auto Show. As a journalist who has covered the last 17 Detroit auto shows (before and since it...

Correction.(Correction Notice)
May 1, 2003... Due to an editing error, the phrase "of the people, by the people and for the people" on page 7 of the April issue (From the President) was incorrectly attributed to the Founding Fathers. In fact, the phrase is from Lincoln's "Gettysburg...

Our challenge: taking care of (small) business.(From the President)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... DRC seeks SBDD*. Personal ad? No, personnel ad. In this month's profile, Board member Cindy Pasky challenges the Detroit Regional Chamber to focus even more of its efforts on companies of her size and smaller (see page 16). She understands...

New members.(Inbox)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... Welcome to these companies who joined the Detroit Regional Chamber at the Executive Level in February. Gold Design Origins Inc. Sterling Heights Detroit Thermal LLC Youngstown, Ohio...

Job fair clearinghouse.(Inbox)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... The Detroit Regional Chamber wants to be the region's clearinghouse for job and career fairs. We can help promote your job fair to our more than 19,000 members and to those seeking employment through our Workforce Central program and our...

100 emerging leaders.(Inbox)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... In conjunction with the Detroit Regional Chamber's 100th anniversary, the Detroiter will recognize the region's 100 top emerging business leaders in its August issue. For more information on criteria and how to submit a nomination, call Chris...

Markyourcalendarforthesechamberevents!(Inbox)(Calendar)
May 1, 2003... May 13-14: World Trade Week 2003 "Emerging Automotive Markets" World Trade Week 2003 will focus on the impact of Asia (specifically, China and Korea) on the North American Automotive market. Speakers with real world insight will...

'I can do it!' hard work and persistence--and a father's faith and loving guidance--put Cindy Pasky of Strategic Staffing Solutions Inc. on the road to success.(Personality Profile)(Interview)
May 1, 2003... What do you see in this girl's future? Her mother is an alcoholic and her beloved father falls seriously ill just a month before her 16th birthday. She holds down three jobs over the next few years, but she's forced to put her dreams on hold...

Play your cards right; the pre-screening process.(Human Resources)
May 1, 2003... SMART HIRING Hiring managers need to know as much as possible about an individual that they are bringing into the organization. Good pre-screening practices are a critical component in the hiring process. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ...

Productive interviews: how to ask the right questions and keep control of the process.(Human Resources)
May 1, 2003... Two steps will set you up to review candidates to ensure you find the best fit: (1) Get ready with the right questions and (2) Manage the interview. 1. Get ready with the right questions Preparation for the interview is vital to a good...

First impressions: skip 'gut instincts' and do the legwork.(Human Resources)
May 1, 2003... SMART HIRIING Interviewing is often thought of as the most important part of the selection process, but it is a mistake to let it influence your hiring decisions too much. Based on numerous studies, it has been suggested that a hire based...

Finding the cultural fit; it's essential to long-term health.(Human Resources)
May 1, 2003... Smart Hiring In the work setting, lack of fit between an employee and an organization can be described as culture clash. Culture encompasses the shared, taken-for-granted assumptions that a group has learned throughout its history,...

Cross-functional teams.(Human Resources)
May 1, 2003... Cross-functional teaming is not just about managing relationships in different locations or functions. Nor is it about using "old management techniques" in a new business world. Rather, it is about expanding our thinking and our tools to create...

Communicating; 7 do's and 7 don'ts.(Human Resources)
May 1, 2003... Diversity One of the most frequently asked questions during diversity training programs is: "Whenever I interact with a person from a different culture, I'm afraid I'll say something offensive. How can I keep this from happening?" Here are...

Detroit Regional Chamber Insurance.(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... THE DETROIT REGIONAL CHAMBER is your company's insurance solutions center. Chamber members have exclusive access to: Health Insurance A variety of benefit options to fit your needs, including: Traditional, PPO, HMO, vision and dental...

Gold Silver Bronze.(Salute)
May 1, 2003... To accomplish the goals set for the Detroit Regional Chamber, it takes a great deal of commitment from a diverse group of quality businesses. Members at the Gold, Silver and Bronze levels have embraced the Chamber's commitment to power the...

Streamlining benefit plan administration: here are three cost-effective ways you can streamline your benefit plan administration.(Health Care Central)
May 1, 2003... 1. Review your current processes. * How does your organization handle new hire processing, changes in family status and claim assistance? Is there a way to consolidate data collection? Using one form for enrolling all benefits and recording...