Monthly Archives: July 2012

Tokyo’s Exposure to Tsunami, Explained

Posted on July 19, 2012 by Richard Solomon

Following the events of 3/11, those living in Tokyo should be asking, “How vulnerable is Tokyo to flooding by tsunami?” — should a seismic event the same size as 3/11, or larger, occur near Tokyo Bay. To answer this question, … Continue reading →

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Head Up, Not Down to Survive Tsunami

Posted on July 19, 2012 by Richard Solomon

Sitting across from me at a Naka-Meguro pizzeria, Riccardo Tossani pulled out his iPhone to check his Spyglass app. He glanced out the window to survey the adjacent taller buildings, ignoring the cherry blossoms that were in full bloom. “The … Continue reading →

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How to Hire Top Talent

Posted on July 5, 2012 by Richard Solomon

Most employers want to hire “A” players. An “A” player is a top performer. Few people know how to go about it. It is not that the techniques are rocket-science. Securing top talent is a skill that can be acquired … Continue reading →

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