What Did You Mean by That?

What Did You Mean by That?

I know what was said, but what was really communicated?  Too often, because of courtesy, culture, or for other reasons, one party doesn’t believe it’s appropriate (or more likely worth the risk) to share their true thoughts and opinions.  I sometimes...
Peer Pressure

Peer Pressure

In my experience, one of the most formidable powers in your workplace is peer pressure.  The ongoing anxiety by employees that their input and actions will be observed, judged, and possibly challenged by co-workers, associates, friends, and family. When the culture...

Definition of Culture

My simple definition of an organization’s culture is: (Leadership + Strategy) = Culture Who leaders are, what they believe, how they behave, and their plan or strategy to move the organization forward and deliver increasing value to stakeholders tends to define...

Shared Success

Find a simple way to “share the success” of your organization with your workgroups and you can unleash amazing capacity and potential within your workforce!  Learn more at IncentShare.com More Business Advice Business owners, employers, and leaders can...
Super Strategies

Super Strategies

During 25+ years as a business leader, some strategies have proven to be game-changers.  Virtually all were taught to me by others, and many produced amazing results.  Here are a few from my Top 10 list: A simple emphasis on LSP – Leadership, Strategy, &...

Exceed Expectations

Many leaders make promises, commit to deadlines, or take on challenges that are at the limit of their capabilities.  For some, it’s a requirement of the job.  Can you relate?  How do you manage the pressure of promises?  Am I stating the obvious that upfront is...