Recently, the Institute for Corporate Productivity published a study surveying some of the top companies and people in the fields of management and innovation. 1  They examined some of the best people management practices at organizations known for innovation and found several ways that those companies develop and manage their human capital.
Birth Flowers for February - Iris. February's birth flower is the Iris, a flower with a name which originates from the Greek word for 'rainbow.' Irises are thought to represent valour, wisdom, friendship and hope. A bouquet of irises is therefore the perfect birthday gift for a dear friend or sagacious relative. Birth Flowers for March - Daffodil
Februaryâs birthstone, the amethyst, was the stone of royalty, representing power. Februaryâs birthstone is the amethyst. Amethysts contain the second most abundant mineral found in Earthâs crust â quartz. Quartz is often found lining the insides of geodes. So itâs no wonder that geodes sometimes contain amethysts, too. Like quartz, amethysts are a transparent form of silicon dioxide (SiO2).