What is your hiring policy look like?
Do you hire people to fit today’s needs or do you hire people to take you in new directions for a better future? I know that if you hire people for today’s needs your organization will be treading water for …
Some of the ‘old’ words are very intriguing in today’s world, aren’t they?
The word fortitude is a great example isn’t it? Fortitude also means strength, courage, resilience and staying power. I know that great companies and great people show fortitude because a great company and great leadership never rest. They are never …
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What type of an organization do you work for?
Is it one that enhances your life? Does it enhance the value of your customer’s/client’s life? Richard Branson has said that the Virgin brand is not a product like Coca-Cola. He believes that his organizational brand is an attitude. It’s …
When was the last time you asked someone else for their opinion?
Better still when was the last time you asked someone else about how you were doing in their eyes? These may seem like odd questions considering we live in a world that stresses individuality and a ‘what’s in it …
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Are you the person that people see in public?
If you aren’t, who are you? If you are a façade or image you portray in public there is a big challenge with that. It is a big challenge because if that image you portrait is not the real you, …
Do you like the silence?
Are you comfortable without any disturbances? I ask those questions due to a recent study published in ‘Science’ (July 3rd 2014). The research stated that people hate being left alone with their thoughts. Men in particular would sooner be in …
Do you deliver a world-class product of service?
If not what are you doing to move towards being first class? If you are not quite there what do you need to do to move you closer to your goal? I believe it begins with hiring the …
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What purpose is your business operating?
Is it to make money or to make others lives more enjoyable? According to Richard Branson; “A business is simply an idea to make other people’s lives better.” If a man who has become a billionaire states this, do …
Why do you do what you do?
Is it a habit or is it done with meaning? I recently came across this story that put our habits into perspective. One evening, a man was making a roast beef dinner for his family. After watching him …
Is communication important in your organization?
Does proper written communication help create a better workplace? While I would not brag about my grammatical skills, I write this blog post due to a recent song parody by Weird Al, called ‘Word Crimes’. It reminded me of …
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