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Although there are numerous things that need to be considered when you own a business, one of the more important things is the business budget. To be certain, there are always going to be opportunities for you to take some money off of the budget and to add it to the bottom line of your ... Views: 1086
PRINCE2 teaching and certification is now just about compulsory for aspiring project managers over the last 10 years. Companies already have put into practice PRINCE2 in order of providing a far more reliable and structured approach to assignments. People today starting a PRINCE2 Foundation or ... Views: 1086
Writing the Project's Business Case 1 Why do we need a Business Case? Let us begin with where the project starts off from. In any business change will be required, even if it is to progress the business against targets that have already been set. It may be introducing a new sales ... Views: 1086
"The increasing availability of new information and communication technology is one of the key ingredients that makes a high-involvement management approach possible. This capability, more than any other, makes it possible for individuals to become self-managing, to be involved in the business, ... Views: 1085
FOUR CRUCIBLES OF SUCCESSFUL LEADERSHIP
By
Bill Cottringer
"A good objective of leadership is to help those who are doing poorly to do well and to help those who are doing well to do even better." ~Jim Rohn.
The four crucibles of successful leadership include: Becoming an expert at ... Views: 1085
If you have a team of managers, explain why this is the best solution for your company's needs. Perhaps you have multiple departments to manage and you need to create a hierarchy within the company.
Consider the strengths and weaknesses of each individual on your team and convince investors ... Views: 1085
Introduction
Jan Carlzon (1987), former president of SAS Airlines, referred to every interaction with a customer as a “moment of truth”. He said SAS Airlines has “50.000 moments of truth day”. The power of those statements resonates with me today, reinforcing the importance of meeting or ... Views: 1084
Most executives’ hiring skills are sorely lacking. A couple of years ago, I consulted with a medium-sized company’s Board of Directors to sharpen their ability to recruit and select senior executives from the outside after a couple of bad hiring decisions had nearly buried the company. As a ... Views: 1084
From the minute you come in the door, your workday calendar is filled - there are internal meetings, client meetings, project lists and other commitments. One leads right into the next, with no break in between.
Sound familiar? You're overbooked!
In today's culture, if you're not doing ... Views: 1084
Project management deals with managing a project which includes planning, executing and closing a project. A project is a short term activity organized by a small group of people, called a team, for the purpose of getting results to a research or technical problem. Thus, it is a team effort and ... Views: 1083
One of the things that continues to surprise me is that when times are bad organizations still spend money on employee engagement surveys. A general look around the office or factory and tea room discussions would make it obvious to all that wanted to see it that employees are not so much ... Views: 1082
“Procrastination is like a credit card; it’s a lot of fun until you get the bill.” – Christopher Parker
September has arrived folks and that means there are only three months left to 2009. Answer this question: Are you still sitting on the curb waiting for the world to change so you don’t ... Views: 1082
Over time Google has change up their algorithms enough to get rid of factors that don’t help to develop the most relevant data. It’s always the purpose of Google to generate the most relevant data for each search, currently this is dictated by link building.
As many SEO professionals know ... Views: 1081
"He who is not prepared today, will be less so tomorrow." — Ovid, Roman poet
Effective learning and capability development doesn't happen just because we want it to. For example, empowering without enabling isn't just foolish, it's unethical. It's like putting a complete novice at the ... Views: 1080
“People with high levels of personal mastery cannot afford to choose between reason and intuition, or head and heart, any more than they would chose to walk on one leg or see with one eye.” – Peter Senge
Good meetings = good decisions, time well spent, and clear next steps. Bad meetings = ... Views: 1080
Choosing the right web based school management software for your institution is not an easy job to accomplish. There are too many things to consider, from the experience of the provider, availability of useful features, simple to operate, multi-functionality and of course it’s pricing. Don’t ... Views: 1079
Since the Global economy plummeted into the depths of recession, we have heard much mention of job-related stress. Managers are often commenting on management training courses that their staff are now more stressed. Despite having received widespread publicity, few people are aware of the damage ... Views: 1079
"Life is change. Growth is optional. Choose wisely."
In the middle of a meeting with a few colleagues I caught myself saying, "Once we get through this crazy period and things get back to normal..." Then it hit me. I had been saying something like that for at least a year or two. As we ... Views: 1078
Are you thinking about moving into management with your company? Before you ask your boss for the promotion, it’s a good idea to spend some time thinking about whether or not you are management material. The fact that you are an outstanding employee does not mean that you will like being a ... Views: 1078
Simulation means recreation. However, the project simulation deals with the software requirement analysis and if the SRS report is being made properly then in that case you will seldom find the need of simulation and this is certainly a great aspect. However, you will find that if the project ... Views: 1078
If a company functions consistent with a good strategic management procedure, the company is able to define a marketing plan that would distinguish it from its competitors and leverage its main strong points. It would also enable the company take the essential actions to internalize its ... Views: 1077
It's one thing to make a promise. It's quite another to keep it. Yet, businesses make promises every day. Some keep them. Some companies like AT&T, Bank of America and US Airways have good intentions, but can't keep them because their strong culture and strong brand are misaligned. And, worst of ... Views: 1076
What is the single biggest financial asset your business has? Every company has one, even if you don’t think you do. You won’t see it listed as an asset in your balance sheet but it underpins the value of your operations more than anything else you’ll find listed. What is it? Your ... Views: 1076
There are many reasons to closely monitor everyday transactions. Hiring the right bookkeeping professional to monitor your books and teach you how to properly keep track of the business's finances will help your small business thrive.
Hiring a professional to handle daily transactions is ... Views: 1075
The brainstorm (or thought shower as some people now call it) is the most popular group creativity exercise in business. It is quick, easy and it works. But many organizations have become frustrated with brainstorms and have stopped using them. They say brainstorms are old-fashioned and no ... Views: 1075
If you wish to designate an agency or organization of the conference dinner or any corporate event again, you need to take care of a few important factors. One of the most important factors you need to care for is the reputation of the service in this area. When you want the best care and want ... Views: 1075
The term “Resonate Leadership” reminds me of the ability it requires to play my piano skillfully. When I play the notes in harmony, it is soothing and harmonic. When played out of alignment and ignorantly, instead of music to my ears, it becomes unpleasant noise. This concept of “Resonance and ... Views: 1075
Coaching is discussed everywhere and many management consultants have taken to offer Coaching services to their clients and prospects. Is it for you? Should you look into it or just ignore it as a fad?
In a country where stiff upper lip attitudes still prevail, who needs a personal Coach?
The ... Views: 1075
Different MVNOs within MVNEs can take likely knowledge and data as opposed to the be relevant at hand. You need to discern both in identifying everyone on its own. Information succinct article over MVNOs yet MVNEs.
Let's move on by MVNO. MVNO, shortened to achieve agile internet email network ... Views: 1074
Do you want to be the best manager around and earn the respect you deserve?
Do you want to motivate your staff, increase their productivity and be a super-successful manager?
Of course you do. I mean, who wouldn't?
Well this is what it takes.
Top successful managers never overlook this ... Views: 1073
One of the things I would say is important as a leader is to be open and honest with your team. The honesty bit probably isn't too controversial - after all, most leaders don't set out to be dishonest, manipulative or deceitful ( with some notable exceptions ).
But what about the openness? ... Views: 1073
Can you handle a few tough questions?
If I could ask you ten questions, the correct answers to which would ensure your growth, increased sales, and profits this year would you take the time to ask them of yourself?
Your answers to some of these questions could have a tremendous impact on your ... Views: 1072
“Somebody once said that in looking for people to hire, you look for three qualities: integrity, intelligence and energy. And if you don’t have the first, the other two will kill you. You think about it; it’s true. If you hire somebody without [integrity], you really want them to be dumb and ... Views: 1072
This weekend we visited our college sophomore for Parent’s weekend. Aside from being a whole lot of fun to be invited into your young adult child’s first “home,” there was an opportunity to experience college life on campus. We attended an evening of music showcasing a dozen or so singing ... Views: 1071
You have an employee who performs well in most of their responsibilities, yet has one area that they seem to avoid or perform below par. How do you handle this without demotivating the employee.
A classic example is the sales person. Successful sales people have strong communication skills ... Views: 1071
MBA in Symbiosis has become one of the most challenging and prestigious options for most of the students who wish to pursue their business management courses. Almost all business schools residing under symbiosis umbrella have got their names established in all areas of business management. Many ... Views: 1070
People often ask me why regularly scheduled accountability meetings are so important. They struggle with the thought of adding one more thing to their crowded schedules. Although the meetings do take time, it's clear that skipping them costs even more because of the extra time needed to hire, ... Views: 1070
The project template is perfect for business that will help shorten the time period that is necessary tin the creation in the needed documents associated which includes a project. This is certainly possible since template is a preformatted document therefore, the project administrator doesn't ... Views: 1069
In the forefront of our mindset and mood is the desire to raise the standard of work and living. As humans it is ingrained in us to strive.
In order to do so, three areas need to be addressed:
1. Creative ideas and innovation to make adjustments to the current way of work. This includes ... Views: 1069
Make yourself aware of underlying metaphors in your communication. Metaphors can be very useful when you use them for elaboration of a topic. For example, we often speak about verbal arguments in terms of war metaphors. (Your claims are indefensible. He attacked every weak point in my argument. ... Views: 1069
"The practice of management is badly misunderstood by management scientists who confuse thinking with merely being logical." — Ted Levitt, Thinking About Management
Far too many organizations are ruled by bureaucrats and technocrats either in management or staff support roles. One of their ... Views: 1067
Are you running on almost empty when it comes to encouragement, motivation and self-confidence? Has self-empowerment fled the scene leaving you drained, alone and discouraged?
You are not alone. According to a study by Gallup-Healthways, stress is spiraling upward as the economy continues its ... Views: 1067
Somewhere along the way we learned that we must do more, be more, have more and anything less is deemed 'not good enough'. You know, even my tag lines have been...be more or attract more but too many of us take that out of context.
I work with very smart, top achievers and many suffer from ... Views: 1066
DECODING CONFLICT
By
Bill Cottringer
Organizations today are faced with inevitable conflicts in team-building that will require creative resolutions that may be just slightly outside the leader’s toolbox. Even the most experienced leaders have to approach each new conflict with ... Views: 1065
Un-Game Principle: Beware of driven behavior. Although valued in American culture, it’s not always the best course of action.
I was on a radio show recently, and it was a complete bust for me.
I’m not innocent in the matter. There are plenty of things I could have done differently. I ... Views: 1065
EFFECTIVE SEMINAR MARKETING: Tips to get prospects to Show Up for Your Seminar
Next to doing the right thing, the most important thing is to let people know you are doing the right thing. - John D. Rockefeller
With over 15 years of experience as a financial adviser, I know how difficult it ... Views: 1064
Project portfolio management involves not just running multiple projects, but rather, making sure that each portfolio has been assessed by business values and how it fits into the larger strategic picture. In essence, the portfolio should be designed to achieve a specific or defined business ... Views: 1064
Product development is the process of designing, building, operating, and maintaining a good or service. Software and Internet companies use a product development process to ensure that they are not just manufacturing a technology, but creating a product that people will want to buy and ... Views: 1064
What exactly does “being in the moment” mean to you? It is something probably not a lot of us consider but just to stop, take a breath, be aware and take in what is taking place in your personal space rather than rushing through life or feeling like you are on an out of control rollercoaster, ... Views: 1062
Change. It’s a word everyone seems to be using these days. And it seems to have different connotations for different people. Regardless of what it means to you, change is inevitable. And, contrary to what many believe, people actually like change. People resist change when they fear it, and they ... Views: 1060