Stories by Linda Kennedy

I was reading one of my competitors the other day and I couldn't help but notice that the rock stars formerly known as CIOs had been put on notice, and it ain't for hotel room trashing

This winter I got hooked on the TV program Mythbusters. If you haven't seen it, it's basically these two kinda dorky (but nonetheless appealing) guys who set about debunking (or proving) various myths and urban legends

It was the DM piece that did it, pushed me right over the edge.

Personally I've never stood on the edge of greatness (although I have had the odd good day or two), but I think I'm smart enough to know when I'm in the proximity of greatness.

My work-life balance sucks.

It's been a tough couple of months at Chez K for the head of domestic operations.

My fault. Mea maxima culpa. Yep, if this is the age of accountability then it's upon my shoulders the blame should firmly be placed

March was a remarkable month in that I had unremarkable customer service for a change

On Tuesday I got a call from some lackey at a major software supplier. "Our MD had a cancellation so would you be available for lunch on Wednesday?" (Strewth! A last-minute invitation based on a cancellation? Now that makes a sheila feel really important.)

Ever notice how often you feel like you need a holiday at the end of your holidays?

Recently my husband and I shopped around and got a better rate on our mortgage. That move capped a year where we also installed more efficient water fixtures (which resulted in lower water bills); put in an attic fan (which resulted in lower electric bills during the summer months); and consolidated our credit cards (which meant we saved heaps on interest).

While not exactly Ned Kelly, I have always welcomed a certain level of anonymity with my bank, provided the service was solid. I wasn't looking for a friend; I was looking for a mutually satisfying business relationship.

Flak jackets are the new "must have" fashion accessory for CIOs these days

As I write this I've recently arrived back from Beijing and my company's worldwide managers' meeting. The meeting includes all country managers, licensees, US business unit heads and many more key people. Aside from two too many Chinese banquets, it was a great opportunity to network, swap ideas and hear about new initiatives.

I have a rule, although in truth it’s more a rule of thumb, which goes like this: If I can’t sleep in my own bed, then I’d better be sleeping in a bed that’s at least as comfortable as the one I’m not sleeping in at home.