#Steve Weinberg Tag

Lessons From Bad Managers Over the course of my career, I’ve worked for more than a few poor managers—enough that choosing just one as the worst would be nearly impossible. Instead, I’ve narrowed it down to three who left the deepest impression. Ironically, I’ve also been fortunate to work for some truly exceptional leaders, whom I’ll write about separately. The contrast couldn’t be sharper: the best managers elevated my career, respected me as a person, and recognized my strengths. The three below did exactly the opposite. Richard I joined Richard’s petrochemical construction company as a Budget Manager after being referred by the Controller of...

13 April, 2026

I have been a loyal supporter of the Chicago Cubs baseball team since I was very young. For much of this time, the franchise has faced persistent challenges, with numerous seasons marked by disappointing performances. There were bright spots—most notably in 1969, when the Cubs led the division for 155 days before losing an eight-and-a-half game lead to the New York Mets in August. Other postseason opportunities in 1984, 1989, and 2003 ended in heartbreak, even as advancement to the World Series seemed within reach. Cubs 108 Year Drought After more than a century without a championship, the Cubs’ 2016 World Series...

29 December, 2025