Category Archives: Leadership
The Cure for Management Overload
It is not easy being a leader today. Most organizations have eliminated layers of management and the average span of control for managers has increased significantly. There is more to do with fewer resources. It is easy for managers at … Continue reading
Leadership Responsibilities Concerning Benefits
Leadership Responsibilities Concerning Benefits It may be the military, government or corporate America; they all have some form of benefits. What role should a leader take to ensure everyone is aware of benefits and the procedures to utilize them? Benefits … Continue reading
Why You Need to Upgrade Your Leadership Strategy Now (and How You Can do So.)
Recession Recession Recession. Its the word being thrown most around organisations atm, but how should it directly affect leadership styles used in organisations, and the leadership development programmes it offers to its employees? A drastic change is the answer, and … Continue reading
Whenever There is a Crisis Everyone Looks for the Leader
Whenever There is a Crisis Everyone Looks for The Leader When we were growing up and there was a problem we usually had someone we trusted to turn to. It may have been your parents, brother, sister, uncle or a … Continue reading
Paintball on Saturday Night
Hanging out with friends on Saturday night is a must because it is the most enjoyable time for any people. Now, to make it more fun, you have to try one game. It is paintball. This game is challenging and … Continue reading
The Simple Way of Communication: Wealth Creation is in Your Words
Last week, one of my clients called me “Focahontas”, because our work together has provided him clarity and focus to his vision. However, what I find that I really do is provide simple ways for us to focus and operate … Continue reading
What You Can Measure, You Can Manage
Background Bill was a painting contractor. Most of his contracts were with repeat customers, some of whom had done business with his father. The business had thrived under Bill, enabling him to invest in a motel, a restaurant, real estate … Continue reading
Know and Exploit Your Niche
Background Jim and Cheryl owned a retail store that sold high-end hi-fi sound systems. It started out as a hobby – they were real audiophiles. They sold sophisticated equipment in the higher price range to knowledgeable buyers, like themselves, who … Continue reading
Four Way You Can: Rewards Living the Vision and Values
Recognizes and rewards associates whose actions support the organization’s vision and values. To help the vision and values become their guiding principles, associates need cues to tell them when their behaviors are appropriate and when they aren’t. An effective way … Continue reading
Go for the Gold
For some managers and their work groups, everything they do seems to result in gold-medal performance. Roadblocks appear to fall away. Goals are achieved even when opportunities or resources are slim, or conditions are rapidly deteriorating. They have an uncanny … Continue reading