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2008 Inside Supply Management Article Index
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A valuable reference tool, the Article Index is a comprehensive list of articles that have appeared in Inside Supply Management® (formerly Purchasing Today® and NAPM Insights®) magazine. Articles are organized by subject for easy locating and study.

• A 320-Degree View Of Hiring
  Will Pleva, June, Vol. 19, No. 6, p. 52.
  

  Ex Propriis: Contemplation And Thoughts — (Translated from Latin) "Of One's Own Resources"
  Gaining a true 360-degree view may not be possible, but you can make the most of the hiring process to find the best candidate for your supply organization by considering these key points.

• A Look Inside Team Coaching
  Merrill Anderson, Dianna Anderson and John Yuva, October, Vol. 19, No. 10, p. .
  

  Tapping Into ... Team Coaching — A Process For Change
  Initiating change and sustaining it are major challenges for organizations; however, through team coaching, corporate leaders can enhance their skill sets to achieve organizational goals.

• Conversations That Matter
  Helen Eckmann and Sarah Frauenzimmer, January, Vol. 19, No. 1, p. 22.
  

  Today's workforce is composed of four generations who, historically, have been better at misunderstanding each other than working together. But well-organized mentoring programs such as the ones mentioned here can change that.

• Embrace Social Networking
  John D. Blascovich, CPSM, C.P.M., October, Vol. 19, No. 10, p. 6.
  

  Executive Access To The Board
  There is a terrific opportunity in the future to use the latest technologies to improve communication and business processes among both staff and suppliers.

• Expand Your Talent Territory
  Christina Foster, March, Vol. 19, No. 3, p. 40.
  

  Ex Propriis: Contemplation and Thoughts — (Translated from Latin) "Of One's Own Resources"
  Where can you find the resources you need to expand the range of your diversity hiring efforts? The suggestions below should help.

• Give Them An Opening
  Valerie Gryniewicz, April, Vol. 19, No. 4, p. 48.
  

  Ex Propriis: Contemplation And Thoughts — (Translated from Latin) "Of One's Own Resources"
  The best and quickest way to gain your new staff's trust and acceptance may be as easy as taking the time to sit down and get to know them.

• How Fitness Enhances Leadership
  Michael Schwanz, April, Vol. 19, No. 4, p. 4.
  

  Editor's Page: Supply Management Buzz
  Research compiled by a Colorado organization shows that top-level executives who exercise regularly score higher on many key traits associated with excellent leaders.

• Keep Your IT People Happy
  Lisa Cooling, May, Vol. 19, No. 5, p. 38.
  

  Tech-Know: Tech Issues for the Decision-Making Supply Professional
  For organizations looking to retain their best information technology employees, integrated career development can be a true stop-loss measure.

• Keys To Finding Talent
  Shelley Stewart, Jr., April, Vol. 19, No. 4, p. 6.
  

  Executive Access To The Board
  The strategies outlined here will help you find, hire, manage and retain the best people for your organization.

• Know When To Zip It Up
  Robert J. Hairston, C.P.M., February, Vol. 19, No. 2, p. 44.
  

  Ex Propriis: Contemplation and Thoughts — (Translated from Latin) "Of One's Own Resources"
  Your coworker has confided in you that she plans to leave your organization, but now your boss may want to promote her. Should you say something to your boss, or keep your mouth shut?

• Lessons On Brainstorming
  Michael Schwanz, October, Vol. 19, No. 10, p. 4.
  

  Editor's Page: Supply Management Buzz
  Creating an environment that sparks terrific ideas takes some careful planning, as I recently learned from a specialist in this area.

• Listen To Tomorrow's Leaders Today
  Carma Spence-Pothitt, April, Vol. 19, No. 4, p. 28.
  

  To be an outstanding manager, it's helpful that you relate to all your staff, including the newest generation to enter the supply management profession. In this article, we provide viewpoints from some promising newcomers.

• Organize Your Worklife
  Michael Schwanz, January, Vol. 19, No. 1, p. 4.
  

  Editor's Page: Supply Management Buzz
  A leading expert on corporate organization offers a few practical suggestions that all of us can follow as we begin a new year.

• Partnerships To Build Leaders
  Kathy Mazzarella, September, Vol. 19, No. 9, p. 14.
  

  Tapping Into ... Partnerships — Leadership Training Opportunities
  Adapting to a changing workforce, Graybar partnered with Rutgers University to develop and implement a corporate leadership program.

• Recognizing And Rewarding Raw Talent
  Nancy Fulcher, C.P.M., October, Vol. 19, No. 10, p. 44.
  

  Ex Propriis: Contemplation And Thoughts — (Translated from Latin) "Of One's Own Resources"
  What qualities do you look for in a prospective job candidate who doesn't specifically have "supply" experience, and which ones would you emphasize to senior management to get them on board with your hiring decision?

• Reduce Costs Through Training
  Patrick Penfield, C.P.M., CFPIM, CIRM, April, Vol. 19, No. 4, p. 14.
  

  Tapping Into ... Training — Making The Case
  Whether you're a seasoned executive or still climbing the ranks, supply management training is essential to staying ahead in the profession.

• Round Up The Recruits
  John Yuva, July, Vol. 19, No. 7, p. 22.
  

  With the usual well for recruits running dry, organizations must drill deeper to find, recruit and retain leading supply management talent.

• Set Up a Successful Hiring Process
  Stephen R. Guth, Esq., C.P.M., CTPE, CCCM, November, Vol. 19, No. 11, p. 40.
  

  Ex Propriis: Contemplation And Thoughts — (Translated from Latin) "Of One's Own Resources"
  Having a rigorous, well-conceived hiring process in place my help your supply management organization more easily match the right candidate with the appropriate job.

• Take A Break
  Michael Schwanz, July, Vol. 19, No. 7, p. 4.
  

  Editor's Page: Supply Management Buzz
  If you are feeling listless and irritable, heed the warning signs and give yourself a few days off. Your personal performance may depend on it.

• Take Control Of Your Career
  John Yuva, May, Vol. 19, No. 5, p. 34.
  

  These proactive strategies will enable you to meet, and surpass, your long-term professional goals.

• Take The Lead With A Coach
  John Yuva, August, Vol. 19, No. 8, p. 26.
  

  Executive coaching, once considered a termination tool, is now highly valued as a method to successfully transition executives into leadership roles.

• Talent Management Trade-Offs
  Carlos Garcia and William V. Fello, July, Vol. 19, No. 7, p. 10.
  

  Out In Front: Leading People, Leading Organizations
  The critical requirements needed to fill high-level leadership positions in supply management have changed considerably in only a few years.

• The Emotional Intelligence Factor
  Lisa Cooling, July, Vol. 19, No. 7, p. 26.
  

  There's nothing to lose when developing personal and social skills; in fact, there is everything to gain!

• Training For Tomorrow's Leaders
  Paul Novak, C.P.M., A.P.P., September, Vol. 19, No. 9, p. 6.
  

  Executive Access To The CEO
  Sure, budgets are tight, but it is more important now than ever to invest in the next generation, and prepare them for the future.

• What Makes A Master?
  Michael Schwanz, February, Vol. 19, No. 2, p. 4.
  

  Editor's Page: Supply Management Buzz
  A recent study pinpoints the characteristics that helped today's leaders in the supply management field reach the top of our profession.