Patricia Crisafulli
Sunday, July 12, 2009

A Leadership Story

            He didn't have an impressive title or a notable position. Although college educated, he retired from occupations that ranged from farme Continue reading...


Patricia Crisafulli
Tuesday, June 09, 2009

A Scarlet Letter Fades

            In October 2008, top executives from the biggest banks in the U.S. were summoned to Washington and given an offer they couldn't refuse: Continue reading...


Patricia Crisafulli
Wednesday, May 13, 2009

Acquisition Possibility?

            A year ago, when JPMorgan was hosting its annual shareholders meeting, top of everyone's mind was the surprise a Continue reading...


Patricia Crisafulli
Sunday, April 26, 2009

An Un-Stressful Stress Test

            If anyone is going to pass the stress test with flying colors, it will be JPMorgan Chase. The bank that touts a fortress balance sheet will probably not only mee Continue reading...


Patricia Crisafulli
Friday, April 17, 2009

Take My TARP - Please

            If any questions lingered about Jamie Dimon's intention to repay TARP funds to the government and whether the bank was ready and able to do that, he&nb Continue reading...


Patricia Crisafulli
Sunday, April 05, 2009

Thanks, No Thanks, Thanks Again

The TARP money—$25 billion to the biggest banks—was a gift presented last fall that no one could refuse. Whether or n Continue reading...


Patricia Crisafulli
Saturday, March 21, 2009

90% Tax? - A Bad Idea

The American public is mad as hell and somebody's got to pay. Millions of dollars in bonuses being handed out to Wall Street employees looked like a good place to start. Hence the House bill that passed Continue reading...


Patricia Crisafulli
Thursday, March 12, 2009

Bear Stearns - A Year Later

The news just a year ago sent shockwaves through the market: the venerable investment bank Bear Stearns--having experienced a run that drained its coffers--was being purchased by JPMorgan Chase for an unbelievable $2 a share. Even when, a week or so later, the price was raised (a Continue reading...

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  • Comebacks: Powerful Lessons from Leaders Who Endured Setbacks and Recaptured Success on Their Terms By Andrea Redmond and Patricia Crisafulli Insight from leaders who experienced major setbacks and redefined success In tough economic times, when careers are derailed and leaders are forced to rewrite their professional plans, this book enlightens and uplifts. Comebacks features an all-star cast of ten leaders who endured setbacks-for some a public fall in the midst of media scrutiny-then reassessed and moved ahead with new purpose. Based on revealing interviews, the book presents a behind-the–headlines glimpse into the lives of leaders; how they drew upon resources, both internal and external, to move on; and the lessons that helped them redefine success.

Praise for THE HOUSE OF DIMON

If you care about what it takes to be a successful CEO in the most complicated market ever, you will want to read The House of Dimon. Patricia Crisafulli has captured the growth and development of one of the most outstanding CEOs of our time.""

- Frank Zarb, Managing Director, Hellman & Friedman