The title of today’s screed isn’t a question – it’s a recommendation. It’s been my experience that we spend an awful lot of time paying attention to and arguing about the “how” and in the process we often lose sight of the “what.” Let me explain what I mean and then you guys can straighten me out. Continue reading
Tag Archives: teamwork
Leading Yourself
We chose leaders in government for the next couple of years yesterday. It’s an interesting process in our country, to say the least. We could probably have a really energized debate about what’s good and bad in the folks who emerged from the election as winners and losers, but regardless of that they now have to lead and not, as our President remarked on the campaign trail, stand around drinking a Slurpee, no matter which side they’re on. Which of course puts business thinking into my head. Continue reading
Filed under Helpful Hints
Bitch Loudly
A couple of weeks ago the Vice President told his fellow democrats to “stop whining” and do something. Now, long-time readers know that we avoid politics in this space (you think business issues are polarizing – try getting people to keep an open mind when you write about politics!). However, that comment made me think of something and I want to share it with you guys.
Many supervisors share the VP’s thinking. People should stop whining and get to work. If you don’t like something, change it. I disagree and here’s why. Continue reading
Filed under Helpful Hints, Thinking Aloud
Consult Keith 