What if we turned the world of annual reviews upside down? What if we admitted the variables and biases involved in one human rating another is not an effective means of performance management? The research is in, and it is conclusive. ...
Tag: teambuilding
The Negativity Virus
Negativity allowed to fester in your organization is worse than a flawed strategic plan. It is worse than an under-performing team or being the last one in a market and struggling for penetration. It is worse than just about any...
Meet With Purpose
Patrick Lencioni writes, “Bad meetings are not inevitable. There is nothing inherently boring or unproductive about meetings. They are the activity at the centre of every organization, and should, therefore, be both interesting and relevant in the lives of participants…” ...
Simplify The Mission
Companies are complex organisms. Living, breathing, and (hopefully) growing entities that can have a lot of moving parts. Obviously, the larger they grow, the more complex they become. It’s no stretch to understand keeping a single proprietor on course is...
Transactional vs. Relational
Transactions seem to be a focal point in business. Companies use it as a marker for success. After all, closing a deal creates a “runners type high,” and ultimately we must close deals to stay in business. There is no...
A Leader’s Lifehack: The Dopamine Effect
A leader sets the tone for creativity, innovation, and critical thinking. They understand how to create an environment that positions the team in a way that is right for productive work. I don’t remember where I heard this phrase, but...