Within the dynamic landscape of modern business, leadership success increasingly depends on our ability to recognize and transcend our mental models. These paradigms – our deeply embedded ways of seeing and interpreting the world – act as both our greatest allies and potential limitations in business leadership. As Peter Drucker once noted, “The greatest danger […]
I hear a lot these days about leaders needing to be more empathetic. As noble as that may sound, empathy alone can get you in trouble. Kim Ades was a recent guest on my podcast, “Leadership Powered by Common Sense.” She spoke about the risk of being empathetic as a leader if empathy is all […]
The modern workplace is evolving at an unprecedented rate, with the rise of hybrid work models as the new norm. In this fast-changing environment, businesses are struggling to meet the needs of a new generation of workers—Gen Z. Unlike the previous generations, Gen Z employees demand more than just a paycheck; they seek authenticity, flexibility, […]
With so many of us confined to limited movement during the coronavirus pandemic, I’ve been touching base (OK touching is a bad word) with colleagues, clients and close friends. The gist of the discussions have to do with “what do we do now?” An old title from my archives came to mind. I thought I’d […]
Introduction Running a small business can be a whirlwind of tasks, deadlines, and unexpected challenges. To navigate this complex landscape successfully, it’s essential to have a structured approach. One powerful tool is project management. Often associated with large corporations, project management principles can be adapted to benefit even the smallest of businesses. Benefits of Project […]
Many years ago, a business coach and mentor I knew named Gerry Fusco introduced me to a phrase he invented. Return on invested time (ROIT). As business owners and leaders, we know about ROI, ROE, EBITDA, SDE, etc. But have you ever spent any waking hours measuring ROIT? We make plans, build budgets, measure KPIs, […]
Trust is a critical element in our everyday lives. The relationships we enter are centered on trust. Whether we are going to work, shopping online, or meeting a stranger, trust becomes the yardstick for how far that relationship may go. For those of you in a significant relationship with a life partner, trust means everything […]
Management-run businesses have become increasingly popular in recent years, as business owners recognize the benefits of delegating and collaborating with a team of experienced professionals. Many managers and entrepreneurs are acutely aware that managing a business is much more than just making sure the bottom line is profitable. It involves developing long-term strategies, leading teams, […]
Most managers get their start because they were good workers. They get recognized as being the best performer on the team. There is nothing wrong with that, except… Being a good manager requires a level of leadership. Without the right training and development, you might find that being a manager is a struggle. “Management is […]
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