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Four Types of People During Crises

A Point of View

Melissa Pigott, Ph.D.

On June 2, 2020

Category: Business personalities, Careers, Common Courtesy, Getting the Job Done, Getting Through Life and Work, Growing Old is Not for Sissies, Life Outside of Work, Magnus, Magnus Research, Mental Health, Psychology, Work-Life

Since the beginning of the isolation era mandated by COVID-19, the America Psychological Association (APA) has been sending daily emails to its members, including me. I have read all of them and although many of them do not apply to me, due to the fact they concern how to provide psychological therapy to patients via […]

Another View

David H. Fauss, M.S.M.

On June 2, 2020

I think the pressures of COVID-19 have shown cracks in our societies in ways never before seen. Whether in the political leaders who were “caught with their pants down,” or the fringe members of the public who are, on the one side, out in force with guns exposed demanding the freedom to die, or, on […]

Working Remote – Transparency

A Point of View

David H. Fauss, M.S.M.

On May 28, 2020

Category: Business Frustrations, Careers, Getting the Job Done, Jury Consultants, Magnus, Magnus Insights, Magnus Research, Marketing your Business, Small Business Success, Trial Consulting, Workplace Technology

In this time of forced social distancing, with many people working remotely from home or on quarantine, I have been using some of my time to make calls or otherwise contact clients about outstanding proposals, etc. I always have a stack of people to call upon, so I’ve been reaching out. The results of these […]

Another View

Melissa Pigott, Ph.D.

On May 28, 2020

One of my favorite “gate keeper” responses, when I ask to speak with one of Magnus’ clients (including returning his/her call) is “Please hold. Let me see if he wants to take your call.” Wow! Talk about a put down! That kind of response makes me wish I never called. Far better to say “Please […]

My Suits Have Nowhere to Go

A Point of View

Melissa Pigott, Ph.D.

On May 5, 2020

Category: Business Frustrations, Careers, Getting the Job Done, Jury Consultants, Magnus

Like many people who work in professional settings, since I earned my Ph.D., I have always worked in environments that require me to wear a business suit. “Business suit” was defined by my employers as a dressy blouse, topped with tailored skirt and matching jacket. I was also required to wear “leg covering,” meaning sheer […]

Another View

David H. Fauss, M.S.M.

On May 5, 2020

Category: Business Frustrations, Careers, Getting the Job Done, Jury Consultants, Magnus

I never thought I/we would be longing for wearing a suit, or for me, a tie. I have not worn a suit in the last 2 months – a time period longer than any in the last 30 years! My suits are literally collecting dust. And, the ties, well I don’t think I will forget […]

COVID-19 was Only One of Many Distractions

A Point of View

Melissa Pigott, Ph.D.

On April 28, 2020

Category: Business Frustrations, Careers, Employment, Entrepreneurship, Getting the Job Done, Getting Through Life and Work, Jury Consultants, Litigation Consultants, Magnus, Magnus Insights, Magnus Research, Mental Health, Psychology, Small Business Success, Trial Consulting

How I wish for a workplace free of distractions! On March 12, 2020, when the U.S.A. was still a relatively “normal” place, Magnus conducted a relatively large series of mock trials for a client. Conducting mock jury research requires many days of report writing for me, which necessitates highly concentrated efforts and high level thought […]

Another View

David H. Fauss, M.S.M.

On April 28, 2020

It often amazes me how much work Melissa and I have to do that has nothing to do with being a trial consultant, things which are not productive, and don’t create any revenue. On this fateful Monday, I found myself seeking out the property manager to report the plumbing problem, then working with him to […]

COVID Brain

A Point of View

David H. Fauss, M.S.M.

On April 23, 2020

Category: Business personalities, Business Relationships, Careers, Common Courtesy, Employment, Getting the Job Done, Getting Through Life and Work, Life Outside of Work, Magnus Insights, Magnus Research, Managing Employees, Mental Health, Partnerships, Psychology, Small Business Success, Work-Life

As I write this, the world is in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. In fact, this is my first post related to this universal experience. I have noticed a phenomenon soon after restrictions were placed on movement, gathering, socializing, etc., which seems to be a form of shell shock. As the gravity of the […]

Another View

Melissa Pigott, Ph.D.

On April 23, 2020

In times like these, mindless behavior is, unfortunately, the norm. Many people are suffering from duress due to lost employment, inability to pay bills, and worry about their future. Forced to stay at home, we are realizing that, maybe, going to work every day is something we used to take for granted. Many of us […]

Theo

A Point of View

Melissa Pigott, Ph.D.

On April 7, 2020

Category: Business Relationships, Business Travel, Careers, Common Courtesy, Getting Through Life and Work, Jury Consultants, Magnus, Magnus Insights, Travel, Trial Consulting

I spend a lot of time in hotel rooms. During my career as a jury/trial consultant, I have traveled across the U.S.A. to work with attorneys. Part of my travel experience is staying in hotels in the cities where I am working. In places where Magnus works on a frequent basis, such as David’s hometown, […]

Another View

David H. Fauss, M.S.M.

On April 7, 2020

Category: Business Relationships, Business Travel, Careers, Common Courtesy, Getting Through Life and Work, Jury Consultants, Magnus, Magnus Insights, Travel, Trial Consulting

Anonymity is the norm when traveling. Different flights, different airports, different hotels, and different restaurants. It is a relatively rare situation to end up getting acquainted with someone who works in one of these places. And, if you do see a familiar person from time to time on subsequent trips, the connection is generally perfunctory. […]

Chopstick solutions

A Point of View

David H. Fauss, M.S.M.

On April 2, 2020

Category: Business personalities, Careers, Entrepreneurship, Getting the Job Done, Life Outside of Work, Magnus, Magnus Insights, Magnus Research

I recently had several opportunities to fix a few things around the house. Most recently, it was the flag on the mailbox. These things were small and required me to figure out how to fix them absent specific parts. As it happened, I had some chopsticks, which were part of a Chinese food delivery, available. […]

Another View

Melissa Pigott, Ph.D.

On April 2, 2020

Category: Business personalities, Careers, Entrepreneurship, Getting the Job Done, Life Outside of Work, Magnus, Magnus Insights, Magnus Research

David saves almost everything, “just in case” he might need it in the future. I will give credit to David for his creative use of chopsticks, among other things he has used for non intended purposes. I have little use for chopsticks. I do not eat with them. In fact, I have embarrassed David in […]

In a flock of pigeons, be the flamingo

A Point of View

Melissa Pigott, Ph.D.

On March 31, 2020

Category: Careers, Employment, Getting Through Life and Work, Magnus, Magnus Insights, Managing Employees

A few years ago, in some faraway location where the Magnus team was conducting mock jury research, I noticed a woman who was wearing a bright pink shirt that was festooned with sequins. I love glittery things and I walked closer so that I could see the details on her shirt. Her shirt had lovely […]

Another View

David H. Fauss, M.S.M.

On March 31, 2020

Category: Careers, Employment, Getting Through Life and Work, Magnus, Magnus Insights, Managing Employees

Flamingos have pizzazz. They get attention just by standing around and foraging for crustaceans in a pond. They stand out against the water, sky, or foliage. Camouflage is not their strong suit. There are times when keeping one’s head down, and trying to go unnoticed, makes sense. This is especially true if the bullets, real […]

Trial Team Crew

A Point of View

David H. Fauss, M.S.M.

On March 19, 2020

Category: Careers, Common Courtesy, Employment, Getting the Job Done, Jury Consultants, Litigation Research, Magnus, Magnus Insights, Magnus Research, Managing Employees, Partnerships, Small Business Success, Trial Consultants, Trial Consulting

Once again, I was reminded about the people who support the lead trial attorney. The lead attorney and 2nd chair attorneys get the attention, like the rock star. Like Ozzy, Mick, or Geddy, who are lead singers, the lead attorneys are in the spotlight (or hot seat). But, behind them, there is often a small […]

Another View

Melissa Pigott, Ph.D.

On March 19, 2020

I have had the pleasure of working with attorneys and their trial teams for several decades. It never ceases to amaze me that almost all of Magnus’ clients have a small army of professionals working with them on behalf of our mutual clients. When I am involved in selecting a jury for a client, I […]

Introduce yourself to the property manager

A Point of View

Melissa Pigott, Ph.D.

On March 17, 2020

Category: Business Relationships, Careers, Common Courtesy, Employment, Getting the Job Done, Getting Through Life and Work, Magnus, Magnus Insights, Managing Employees, Small Business Success

Magnus Research Consultants has been headquartered in the same location since 1996. In the first few years in our office space, the owner of the building also had an office in the same building. He retired, then passed away, leaving his family in charge of his vast business holdings. When the building owner moved out, […]

Another View

David H. Fauss, M.S.M.

On March 17, 2020

Category: Business Relationships, Careers, Common Courtesy, Employment, Getting the Job Done, Getting Through Life and Work, Magnus, Magnus Insights, Managing Employees, Small Business Success

I wholeheartedly agree with Melissa. Ray is an interesting guy and, as with many relationships, it is beneficial to spend time getting to know people who impact one’s life, whether on a regular or infrequent basis. Running a business involves many moving parts, whether it is the property manager, the teller at the bank, the […]

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