Is A Machine Next In Line To Drive Corporate Decisions?
Has the use of machines progressed from performing tasks to dictating how to run the company?
Is There Some Wishful Thinking In Your Business Model?
Hacking the legitimate interest of an important stakeholder is never a sustainable business assumption.,
Boy, Are We Overdue For A Refresher Course On The Wizard Of Oz
How often do we need to be reminded that we already have a heart, courage and a brain, and should not count on the Wizard?
A Lesson For Future Debates: Borrow Some Questions From Workplace Interviews
Candidates, moderators and TV producers have their own objectives and they’re not the same as ours.
When The Boss’s Demand Seems Unreasonable…
There is simply no place in any organization for stubborn resistance or grudging compliance. Your boss and your company expect and deserve a lot more.
September Is The Best Time To Get A Head-Start On 4Q Must-Do’s
September is a great time to come up with some real difference-makers for year-end and next year ahead of the heads-down 4Q crunch.
Make The Tough Decisions When Times Are Good
Don’t wait for sales downturns to force you to do something. The time to take bold action on important issues like field compensation, vendor agreements and in-house staffing is now, when times are good.
“Did I Solve Your Problem?” And Other Poorly-Timed Questions
Don’t conduct an “Inquisition By Management” when something goes wrong. Give your people a chance to find out what happened and how to fix it.
How To Keep Decision-Making Focused On The Merits
We can’t ignore the pull of group affinity, but we can take steps to shield our decision-making from its effects.
It’s Not Too Late To Include A New Initiative This Year
A simple spreadsheet and some reasonable assumptions can help you evaluate a new initiative that could make a big difference in this year’s results.