Thomas J Walter

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APA’s Five Measurable Areas to Achieving a Psychologically Healthy Workplace in Action at Tasty Catering

August 26, 2014 by Thomas Walter

This year, our company was awarded the APA’s Psychologically Healthiest Workplace Award in the Small For-Profit Category. This is arguably the most significant achievement in our organization’s twenty-five year existence. I will have the honor of representing Tasty Catering as a company and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Business Events, Employee Engagement, Work Culture Tagged With: American Psychological Association Work and Well-Being Conference, APA’s Psychologically Healthiest Workplace, employee engagement, employee feedback, work culture

On Process and Process Management

March 5, 2013 by Kenneth Thompson

On board a Boeing 777, cruising at 37,000 feet over the Atlantic Ocean, in-flight between Chicago and London.  A yellow light goes on indicating that there is a fire in the baggage compartment, which is not accessible by the crew.  What should be done next?  Relying just on training and experience … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Employee Engagement Tagged With: Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital, employee engagement, It’s My Company Too!, Jack Stack, Malcolm Baldrige organization, MidwayUSA, SRC corporation

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

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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