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Further Thoughts on Inclusive Leadership

Following publication of my recent blog on elements of inclusive leadership, I had the opportunity to visit Southcentral Foundation in June with the Baldrige
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“The Newton Apple Tree is Dead”

Once during Baldrige examiner training on the campus of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), someone asked me where he could find the
Photo of Barbara Fischer standing in front the the Baldrige Award Crystal.

Say It Isn't So, Barbara Fischer!

Unfortunately, it’s official: Barb Fischer will soon retire from the Baldrige Performance Excellence Program (BPEP). Her colleagues are trying to focus on how
COVID-19 vaccine bottle showing a syringe injecting into an illustration of the virus.

Vaccine Anxiety, Giddiness, and Guilt

Now that most adults are eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, even though many people are still unvaccinated, I would like to share the emotions I
CORE laboratory manager Kristen Stone in the CORE lab at their headquarters in Pittsburgh, PA.

CORE: A Most Excellent Quest Continues

Inscribed on the Baldrige Award medallion are the words “The Quest for Excellence.” Besides being the name of the Baldrige national conference that highlights
Jo Ann Jenkins, AARP CEO, high-fives a group of volunteers at AARP and the AARP Foundation’s fifth annual “Celebration of Service D.C. Meal Pack Challenge” on Sept. 11, 2019.

AARP: A Most Excellent Quest Continues

Inscribed on the Baldrige Award medallion are the words “The Quest for Excellence.” Besides being the name of the Baldrige national conference that highlights
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Are You A Role Model Leader for 2021?

This past year has seen greater change in the work environment than any year in my recollection (and that is quite a few years!). It has been a year of many
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Happy Thanksgiving 2020

Giving thanks to the entire Baldrige community and especially the volunteers who supported us and each other. Thank you for your graciousness and service to
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Labor Day 2020

The first Monday in September is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. It constitutes a yearly national tribute to the

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Blogrige, the official blog of the Baldrige Performance Excellence Program, shares practical guidance, success stories, examples, and inspiration on how Baldrige resources can support your long-term success, whether your organization is large or small, has one site or worldwide locations, and is just getting started or continuously improving.

The Baldrige Program offers a comprehensive and proven leadership and management framework that focuses on results in all areas of your organization. Learn more about the Baldrige Program, the products and services available to help your organization succeed, and how to self-assess using the Baldrige framework.

If you have any questions about Blogrige, please contact Baldrige Customer Service at baldrige [at] nist.gov (baldrige[at]nist[dot]gov).

The views presented here are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views or policies of NIST.