As leaders, we want our teams to be tip-top with skill sets and mindsets. That requires an investment, at least of time. In some cases, money. And yet it really does not require a lot. Years ago, when I worked for a Financial Services firm, we all had to invest …
“The coolest thing about an iPod is you can take your entire music collection with you in your pocket.” This caused the stock to rise almost 7%. This was because Jobs was able to create a meaningful picture in the markets eyes.
Your ability as a leader to stand in front of the room and articulate with confidence, and transparency you message can determine buy in from the organization.
If a tree falls in the Forest… Most managers I know are seeking ways to get just a little more productivity and performance from their teams. The relationships within their teams can have an impact. I was inspired recently by a video on YouTube of Alan Watts. His phrase. “if …
In my corporate career I was with a firm that acquired 22 brands and tried to consolidate them into one. Think about that 22 distinct companies, leaders and cultures, consolidated into one. What followed was Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, a fire sale acquisition and now the entity no longer exists. It …
Change is a challenge in many organizations. One phrase I often hear from clients is, “we are experiencing change fatigue.” I get it… and yet there is no choice but to change. Blockbuster video decided they did not need to change and where are they today? Or look at Eastman …
