Seated in the Opera Bastille watching the performance of La Boheme in Paris, I was fascinated by the orchestra playing in the pit. The different instruments delivered perfectly synchronized music accentuating the dramatic moments of the opera. This was made possible by the conductor, who led the ‘team’ to deliver… [More]
Absolute vs Relative Measurements
How to Lead a Successful Business Transformation
Business transformation introduces massive change to diverse aspects of a business. The initiative consumes capital, time and effort. McKinsey research has shown that success rate is lower than 30%. The larger the business, the more complex and challenging it is to achieve the anticipated improvements and sustain them. To be… [More]
Using Rolling Averages for Results Monitoring
How Consistency Improves Productivity
Everyone starts with the same 24-hour day every day all year round. You can’t make more time, but you can steal time from tasks that demand less of it. In fact, you could free up time when productivity improves. This means that the better you are with execution, you are… [More]
Does a Growing Business Need Performance Measurement?
How to Align Roles and Responsibilities of Employees
Business operations change with the dynamic business environment. As a result, job roles and responsibilities are subject to constant adjustments in order to accommodate the new demands. Businesses often handle the changing needs in an adhoc manner. When a new initiative requires specific expertise from an area, the manager assigns… [More]
How Many KPIs Do You Need?
Leading through Transitions
Pruning an overgrown tree exposes bald stems. Some trees might take a couple of years for the new growth to emerge. During the transition period, the lesser aesthetic appearance is inevitable. For a business going through a transition, it could face unsettling behaviors and feelings of angst. To keep concerns… [More]
Measuring Success with Financial Indicators Only
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