Posts Tagged ‘Leadership’
Faster is Sometimes More Valuable Than Better
This is one of those arguable insights, where both sides win. Dell is a great example of emphasis upon fast, creating a customized computer in 48 hours or less, bringing in assemblies and components just-in-time to make the assembly line. However, if Dell quality were poor and returns high, the company surely would not have…
Read MoreConscious Capitalism Drives Winning Businesses Today
I’ve noticed that most young entrepreneurs are more socially conscious today than ever before, which is a great trend. Unfortunately, some are so focused on this principle that they forget that every business, even nonprofits, have to practice the basic principles of capitalism (build a business model to make money) to cover their costs to do good…
Read More5 Tips for Successfully Managing Distributed Teams
Everyone knows that it’s best (and easiest!) to have a project team sitting cozily in one office or even one room. My firm belief, however, is that a globally dispersed team can achieve the same results as a project team sitting in a single office. The only difference? With the distributed team, achieving those results…
Read More4 Project Management Tips for Beginners
Whether you’re running your own business or managing a department for your employer, there will likely be times when you need to supervise projects. If you’re just starting your career or are new to being in a management position and don’t have a whole lot of training behind you in project management, this role can…
Read MoreAre You the Bottleneck in Your Organization?
At many board meetings, I can be counted upon to ask, “Where’s the bottleneck this month?” Senior management is usually prepared with an answer, and a good discussion of resource availability and application follows. Sometimes, the bottleneck is not so visible to the CEO. In those instances, I follow with: “Do you notice people waiting…
Read MoreThese 5 Elements Measure Your Real Power as a Business Leader
How does a small business owner increase his or her power? If you believe as some do that power is all about title, position, authority, control, and supremacy, you’ll be hard-pressed for an answer. Leaders in small businesses can give themselves any title or position they want. They have complete authority to do whatever they…
Read More4 Simple Ways to Develop Leadership in Your Team
As a small business owner, you have made your dream a reality. Part of that dream is finding the right team to help run your business. There’s a lot of value in being a mentor for your employees, and if you follow these tips, you’ll be able to foster a culture of excellence within your…
Read MoreDo You Make Any of These 5 Common Management Mistakes?
Nobody’s perfect. Especially where small businesses are concerned, even the best managers make mistakes. Today, we’re going to talk about the blunders that are made more often than any other—and how you can avoid making them yourself. You take a lot of pride in your management position. As you should—leadership isn’t something just anybody can…
Read More6 Ways to Develop Future Leaders for Your Company
There are various benefits to growing future leaders of your company from within the firm. Some of these advantages include a better understanding of the company’s culture, familiarity with the firm’s operations and the strength of the connections with other employees. Therefore, you can mine your future leaders from among the employees that you work…
Read More4 Away-Day Ideas to Help Your Team Bond Outside of Work
There’s nothing like a team-building exercise outside of work (and working hours!) to bring your colleagues together, giving everyone the opportunity to unwind and bond in a more social setting. An outing that’s relatively unconnected with work will create confidence and morale, establishing closer relationships which will then transfer to the workplace. In order for…
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