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July 16, 2013
Apathy and Leadership
6 Steps to Overcoming Apathy Within Yourself & Your Team
By Jayne Jenkins, CEO, Churchill Leadership Group
When you think about apathy and the impact it can have on your business, leadership may not be the first place you look, but maybe it should be. By definition Apathy is a state of indifference, or the suppression of emotions such as concern, excitement, motivation and passion. Business leaders actively work to reduce apathy in an effort to increase "employee engagement" because once Apathy sets in, individuals become "disengaged" or even "unengaged"...Continue reading
By Jayne JenkinsPosted in Leadership & Teambuilding on July 16, 2013
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July 14, 2013
Are You a Manager or Are You a Leader? 23 Distinctions
Identifying the differences between what a manager does and what a leader does.
By Deb Calvert, President, People First Productivity Solutions
Your job title is meant to be an indication of the role you play in your organization. Supervisor, Manager, Director, VP, GM and C-suite titles signify differing levels of responsibility and authority. Climbing the ladder usually includes a progression through titles like these.
But there’s another role that people in these jobs often adopt. It’s a role that is not bestowed by title. In fact, sometimes this role is...Continue reading
By Deb CalvertPosted in Leadership & Teambuilding on July 14, 2013
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July 7, 2013
Professional Intimacy: The Key to Being a Sustainable Leader
New rules you need to follow to be a respected female…or male leader.
By Christina Haxton, MA LMFT Speaker, Author & Executive Coach, Sustainable Leadership, Inc.
The words you choose as a leader, or in any position of influence, shape the identity of others and as a result their decisions and actions. Successful business owners and senior managers are able to communicate in a way that is authentic and inspiring, not only shaping positive results, but also creating an environment where employees feel satisfied, happy and excited to come to work each...Continue reading
By Christina HaxtonPosted in Leadership & Teambuilding on July 7, 2013
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July 2, 2013
A New Leadership Key Performance Indicator
A Billion Words of Leadership – Is it time for a Leadership Checkup?
By Joseph Skursky, President of Market Leader Solutions
The commitment of leadership to principles, standards, and strategic direction cannot be overstated in terms of the critical importance they play in organizational performance. Too many leaders, however, focus on motivational talk with persuasive or even commanding language, while ignoring the most important and influential directive of all…their own actions.
A leader’s actions communicate far more than the words they...Continue reading
By Joseph SkurskyPosted in Leadership & Teambuilding on July 2, 2013
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June 14, 2013
Defining the Best Organizational Structure for Your Business
A roadmap to your Target Operating Model where growth is controlled, measured and profitable.
By David Shaffer, Business Advisor & Executive Coach, David Shaffer Consulting LLC
Over many years of working with small to medium size businesses, particularly those looking for, or experiencing growth, a common theme has frequently emerged; one of assuring that the infrastructure of old is robust enough to match the demands of today. A misaligned organization can result in declining customer service, quality, profitability and employee satisfaction levels. It can destroy a company’s...Continue reading
By David ShafferPosted in Leadership & Teambuilding on June 14, 2013
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May 5, 2013
Managing Risk Through Effective Project Management
The Service Industry’s Approach to Managing Risk
By David Shaffer, Business Advisor & Executive Coach, David Shaffer Consulting LLC
Over the past 20 plus years of working with clients in multiple industries, a common concern at the executive level repeatedly finds its way into discussions. How do we manage risk while striving to push our organization to maximize its performance and at the same time assure there is no significant impact in customer service and quality? Interestingly, this is a similar question that is addressed by the investment...Continue reading
By David ShafferPosted in Leadership & Teambuilding on May 5, 2013
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April 8, 2013
What’s Your Leadership Philosophy? Inspiration From Margaret Thatcher
Are you limited by your past or driven by what you & your business can become?
Former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher passed away this morning. For those of you that are not familiar with this great lady, she served 11 years from 1979 to 1990 as the first and only female Prime Minister. She won three General Elections, the longest anyone has held this post. Last week I happened to watch the movie depicting her life, “Iron Lady,” and was inspired by her thoughts, leadership and vision for Britain during the cold war.
There was one...Continue reading
By Lisa WoodsPosted in Leadership & Teambuilding on April 8, 2013
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April 3, 2013
How To Use Lean Principles To Drive & Grow Your Business
Is building a lean culture right for your organization?
By David Shaffer, Business Advisor & Executive Coach, David Shaffer Consulting LLC
Building a lean culture requires a companywide commitment to efficient & consistent products and services that customers’ want and trust. There are three Lean Principles outlined in this article: Managing Lead Time, Standard Operating Procedures & 5 S’s. Together they can set the stage to drive and grow your business. Although generally assumed to be associated with manufacturing,...Continue reading
By David ShafferPosted in Leadership & Teambuilding on April 3, 2013
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March 6, 2013
4 Steps to Effective Strategic Planning & Implementation
Learn to “Charter” Strategic Initiatives, Manage Accountability & Achieve Results
By David Shaffer, Business Advisor & Executive Coach, David Shaffer Consulting LLC
Most companies schedule their management retreat to develop and establish the strategic direction for the remainder of the year, as well as a 3-5 year outlook. The process, although it can contribute to team building by “getting away” from the daily grind, frequently does not result in strategy. That’s because what starts as a noble intention or cause ends with little to no accountability, letting...Continue reading
By David ShafferPosted in Leadership & Teambuilding on March 6, 2013
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March 4, 2013
Overcoming Disconnect Between Middle & Upper Management
Is your management team preventing growth or are they a competitive advantage?
Two common themes exist in most organizations. “Upper Management is too distant.” “Middle Management is too independent.” Essentially they are saying the same thing right? There is disconnect between management levels that causes animosity, poor moral, and an inability to get things done efficiently & effectively. Now, I could write this article about how to overcome disconnect by dealing with the problems, but I’m sure you can read about that...Continue reading
By Lisa WoodsPosted in Leadership & Teambuilding on March 4, 2013
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