3 days agoWhat does it mean to BE Accountable?Subtitle: Changing the definition of Accountability What does it really mean to “hold someone accountable?” Do you really know? We all like it when others are accountable but why is it so scary for us to be held accountable ourselves? It seems that the popular definition of accountability is often…Accountability2 min readAccountability2 min read
Nov 16Don’t Automate WasteEmbracing Disfluency: When Making Things Difficult Yields Better Outcomes Introduction In a world that celebrates efficiency and automation, the concept of intentionally introducing difficulty into a process may seem counterintuitive. However, there is a growing recognition that sometimes, making things more challenging can lead to better results. This counterintuitive approach…Lean3 min readLean3 min read
Nov 11Harmonizing Business Frequencies and Natural Laws for Greater Success in BusinessIn the dynamic realm of business, the cadence of Business Reviews and planning plays a pivotal role in shaping success. The frequencies of Annual, Quarterly, Monthly, Weekly, and Daily cycles form the heartbeat of strategic management. …Strategy5 min readStrategy5 min read
Nov 10Cooking up some Business ImprovementWhat’s the best recipe for Business Improvement? Improving a business is akin to crafting a culinary masterpiece, with various business improvement methodologies serving as distinct recipes for success. …Business3 min readBusiness3 min read
Jul 21Which Time Management Methodology is the Best?Which Time Management Methodology is the Best? Compare Time Management Methodologies: Stephen Covey, FranklinCovey, Getting Things Done, and Agile/Scrum Effective time management is a key aspect of productivity and success in both personal and professional spheres. The term Time Management is a popular topic and often cited as a misnomer…3 min read3 min read
Apr 26, 20223 Simple Rules that can help any Software Implementation go betterThe following is an example of the “3 Buckets” training that you should provide to your end users when implementing any new software solution. The examples below are taken from a www.KPIFire.com implementation but the 3 Buckets concept can work for any software implementation. This is particularly useful for software…Software Implementation4 min readSoftware Implementation4 min read
Nov 26, 2020Continuous Improvement Program Best PracticesFrom Program to Culture… Who is this article for: anyone interested in Continuous Improvement or Operational Excellence, strategic planning, or business execution. Why is Continuous Improvement Important: Every organization has competition. If you are not improving, you are loosing ground to your competitors and your competitive advantage is shrinking. Should…Continuous Improvement4 min readContinuous Improvement4 min read
May 22, 20197 Types of Goals That You Should Know AboutGoals are a topic that so many people love to talk about and volumes have been written. How many different types of goals are there? I was curious and started making a list… Types of Goals: SMART Goals: Specific, Measurable, Assignable, Realistic, Time-Bound. This goal framework was originally coined in…Entrepreneurship1 min readEntrepreneurship1 min read
May 22, 2019The Language of Strategic PlanningThe language of strategic planning is full of many similar terms that can cause confusion when used interchangeably. In order to communicate more effectively through the strategic planning process the following terms and definitions can quicken the communication and understanding that is transmitted in the strategic planning process. This blog…Startup3 min readStartup3 min read
Apr 8, 20185 Must-Do Rituals for a Strategy Execution CultureWhat is a Strategy Execution Culture? An organization that can effectively accomplish its most important strategic goals. Strategy: a preferred method for achieving a desired future state. Execution: the carrying out or putting into effect of a plan, order, or course of action. Culture: the way we do things around…Strategy6 min readStrategy6 min read
