Did I really say that? “How to Fail?” Yes! But why? Well, you may already know how to write Key Initiatives and Goals using S.M.A.R.T. goal methods. If you already know how to do it, the real question is… why do you still fail to do it? In fact, why …
How to discover the honest truth — in almost any situation.
How to discover the honest truth — in almost any situation. What fuels your mission, your purpose, your career, your relationships? We have all read the research that shows how our motivations change over time, and yet, there are very few business strategy tools that consistently help us discover our motivations …
“Vision Statement” vs. “Mission Statement”: What’s the big deal any way?
“Vision Statement” vs. “Mission Statement”: What’s the big deal? “To Vision, or not to Vision..? To Mission, or not to Mission..? What’s the difference between a Vision and a Mission, and… do I need both?” That is one of the most common questions that I hear from business leaders as …
Innovative Leadership Tools That Drive Business Strategy
Three very powerful and innovative leadership tools that have nothing to do with technology. Are you joining us at HRWest16? Please download the Innovative Tools Handout here. “Have you ever considered that maybe, we sometimes let technology take the place of meaningful conversations and critical decision making?” This was …
Outsourcing HR for Start-Ups – Part II: Silicon Valley Start-Ups and Beyond!
There’s no place quite like home – Silicon Valley that is. Looking back at my 30+ years working and consulting with high technology companies in the Bay Area I can honestly say that there is no other place quite like Silicon Valley in the world. Where other industrial pockets need …
8 Tips for Writing SMART Goals For Your Business
The most proven method of clarifying an organization’s objectives lies in the simple art of goal writing. Yet, most managers and employees struggle with connecting goals to strategic initiatives and tend to either overthink the process or confuse goals with activities. Understanding the mechanics of a SMART goal is easy. …
Pre-Event Jitters Strike like a Bolt of Lightning
4:00am in the morning and sound asleep, I am jolted awake by the crack, boom, and flash of white lightning! It is always interesting flying to the South during tornado season. The reason I was in Atlanta was to present to the 2014 SHRM Atlanta HR Conference. As I lay …