Rhododendron is a fairly hardy plant. Under the right conditions, it grows and blossoms without much care. The plant does require pruning to keep it from becoming too ‘bushy.’ As an amateur gardener, I learned a few things from pruning. Instant Gratification With a pair of scissors in hand, I… [More]
The Commitment for Performance
On board the plane just about to take off for San Diego, the air stewardess briefed the passengers seated in the emergency exit row the instructions to operate the exit. At the end of the briefing, she asked for verbal affirmation from those passengers that they would be willing to… [More]
Types of Performance Measures
The different types of performance measures are used for different purposes. Don’t get overwhelmed by their label, focus on what you want to achieve.
Deconstruct Your Strategic Goals for Clear Results
Driving in the fog with poor headlights is dangerous. A wrong turn could be fatal. For a business, the strategic goals serve as the guiding light as it navigates through the competitive landscape. There are many approaches to do the annual strategic plan for a business. They range from reviewing… [More]
Are Industry Benchmarks Good Performance Indicators?
Industry benchmarks are used widely to compare relative performance and gauge where your company stands. Beware the validity of the comparison. You might be comparing apples with oranges. Results are comparable when companies run their business exactly the same way. We know that is hardly the case. Product offerings, size,… [More]
How to Stop the Vicious Cycle
When an issue repeatedly usurps resources that could have been better utilized, it is time to stop the vicious cycle. Connie shares a few tips on how to free yourself from the dilemma.
How to Stop Paving the Cow Path
Doing work the same old way would get you the same result. Listen for tips on how to overcome the problems with paving the cow path.
You Get What You Measure
Measurement involves logic and numbers. The more granular and precise you get, the measurement better reflects specific outcome. We deal with all sorts of measurement in our daily lives, from the volume of water we consume to the gas consumption of our automobile. Professional athletes are meticulous with their calories…. [More]
Are You Taking the Easy Route?
We all love to get things done quickly. With limited time and resources, it is good to keep moving as there is abundant work competing for our attention. However, taking the easy route is not always the best. There are 5 reasons why you need to be cautious: Overlook important… [More]
How to Select Initiatives that Align with Strategic Goals
Want to maximize the return on investment of your initiatives? Ask 3 important questions to verify the link between your initiative and your business goals.
- « Previous Page
- 1
- …
- 7
- 8
- 9
- 10
- 11
- …
- 15
- Next Page »
To maximize business results, call Connie at 604-790-1220 or email us today!