What would it be like to work in self managing organizations? Some forward-looking companies are now using self managing principles to organize work with stellar
I’ve been reviewing the history of organizations, looking at ways we’ve used in managing people to work together, including tribal and agrarian organizations, and more
I’ve been discussing some of the problems of teams in my recent posts. Everyone works in teams these days, some better than others. Being aware
Do you think it would be possible to improve management by asking people questions? In today’s achievement-oriented culture, displays of knowledge are admired. As Dr.
I’ve been sharing my thoughts about managing people, in particular the advantages of asking questions. We work in a culture of telling, where conversations become
Managing people is no longer as simple as telling them what to do. With today’s interdependent work teams, it’s not enough to give instructions about
If you do nothing else as a manager, learn to appreciate your people. It’s simple and effective. If you want to excel at managing performance,
In reading Dr. Hallowell’s book Shine: Using Brain Science to Get the Best from Your People (Harvard Business Press, 2011), his third and fourth items
An organization’s health is only as sound as its leader’s decisions. Some companies prosper from wise leadership directions, while others struggle after flawed choices—choices that
How a leader responds to adversity reveals how effective that leader truly is. Reactions to setbacks or crises not only test leadership character but define
Business is an active, demanding endeavor. Only those who consistently apply themselves succeed. Organizations that thrive require leaders who actively dream, plan, engage, solve, pursue,
Surveys and studies indicate global job dissatisfaction is at a two-decade high. Disengaged employees account for nearly 70 percent of the workforce, which significantly affects
