Thomas J Walter

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Dirk Tussing Interviews Tom Walter About Tasty Catering’s Employee-Driven Culture – Video 1

August 6, 2013 by Thomas Walter

Dirk Tussing, Executive Director of the Executive Learning Exchange, interviews Tom who shares his “pearls of wisdom” on where Tasty Catering’s employee-driven culture began (and the hows and whys Tasty Catering was compelled to enter—and win!—numerous prestigious awards). … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Core Values, Videos

How to Attract (and Keep) Olympic-Caliber Employees

August 14, 2012 by Thomas Walter with Molly Meyer

In the last post, we compared an entangled employee to an Olympian, versus an engaged employee, or collegiate athlete. Just to recap, the engaged employee has risen to a level above most other employees.  He has skills, commitment and dedication but doesn’t exhibit the same kind of care for the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Core Values, Employee Engagement, Entrepreneurs, Leadership, Work Culture Tagged With: employee engagement, employee entanglement, employee feedback, olympics & business, work culture

Steps To Help Prepare For a Small Business Interview

May 2, 2012 by Thomas Walter

Why are so many academics obsessed with training their students to enter the major corporation-workforce when America’s business model has shifted from large corporations to small corporations? The answer is simple: they shouldn’t be. There are approximately 2,000 major corporations with over $1 … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Core Values, Small Business, Work Culture, Young Millenials

Rethinking Mission-Vision-Values

March 5, 2012 by Thomas Walter

This video has been brought to you courtesy of The Center for Values-Driven Leadership … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Core Values, Videos, Work Culture

Companies & Organizations

Catering

Tasty Catering is a top Chicago caterer with an award winning culture. Tom is the founder and Chief Culture Officer.

Marketing

nuphoriq specializes in marketing for catering and event planning companies throughout the U.S. Tom is a partner and advisor.

Social Responsibility

That's Caring produces high end gifts for all occasions. With every gift purchased, weekend meals are supplied to a US child in need. Tom is a partner and advisor.

Motorcycles

iMotorsports is an internet based motorcycle dealership with nationwide reach. Tom is an investor and advisor.

Mentorship

True Mentors connects aspiring business professionals with today’s successful leaders. Tom is a mentor.

Manufacturing

T.F. Processors is a wholesale contract manufacturer of baked goods. Tom is a partner and advisor.

Financing

Touhy Capital provides funding for capital investments and employee assistance programs for 80NINE Holdings companies. Tom is President.

Education

The Junto Institute is a leadership and revenue accelerator for growth-stage companies. Tom is an instructor and supporter.

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