Twice-monthly e-mail briefing for independent aftermarket distributors serving the transportation industry A summary of relevant articles culled from hundreds of top news sources The inside track to business best-practices to help you do your job It’s what decision makers need to know It's FREE!       Privacy Information       SmartBrief and CVSN will not rent, sell, or trade your e-mail address to any external entities -- ever. Click here to read our Privacy Policy.       About SmartBrief About CVSN     Send CVSN SmartBrief story to a colleague. * Your Name * Your E-mail * Friend's E-mail Separate multiple addresses with commas.   Personal Message * Indicates required fields Terms and Conditions: You must submit valid e-mail addresses only. Use of e-mail addresses is subject to the terms of SmartBrief's privacy policy. Here's the story you're sending: The importance of middle management Middle managers are often seen as the "glue" that binds a company together, working with both front-line employees and top managers. However, companies are discovering how difficult and important it is to attract, develop and retain middle managers. "Top management can spend all their time creating strategy, but without someone there to implement it, where are you at the end of the day?" says Thomas Colligan, vice dean of Wharton Executive Education.  Knowledge@Wharton (5/28)