Today is a sad day for TV Land. No, not the cable channel. I mean, television in general. Today we learned that Andy Griffith passed away at his home on Roanoke Island, North Carolina. The 86-year-old television legend, famous for his roles in The Andy Griffith Show and Matlock among others, seems to represent a more wholesome and positive part of our cultural history. Even now, even with this sad news, it is almost impossible to hear the whistling sound of The Andy Griffith Show theme song without getting a smile on your face.
In honor of this remarkable man and his namesake show, I think it’s the perfect day to share the lessons I learned about management from one of the most dependable and kind-hearted bosses to ever grace the small screen. More »