So, today is the much-anticipated publication date. And, Shanna Hocking made sure that those that pre-ordered the book would realize how much they are appreciated.
Tag Archives: Leadership
Leadership and Genetics
Born or Made?
This argument has been going on forever. Whether leaders are born that way or are made into greatness. There’s also the “Great Man Theory” that focuses of the differences (intelligence, physical height, personality) between leaders and non-leaders.
Management Training
I used a few blog posts to acquaint you with the Xerox-HP maneuvering. Reminding you one of the best way to learn management concepts is to study how existing businesses deal with their operations and strategies.. Today, I will discuss another way to learn the “new ways” of business.
Knock, Knock! Younger self?
Listen… Do you want to know a secret? No, I am not channeling one of my favorites songs from the Beatles. And, my daughter actually let the cat out of the bag 10 days ago.
Leading Values
We were working with a new client, helping to set up the systems and find the employees it will need to make the venture a success. During one of the discussions on direction and attitude, the client voiced that our Jewish values were truly helpful. I, for one, did not consider these to be innately Jewish- especially since my business partner of decades agreed with these “credos”- and he is a Southern Baptist. Moreover, I believe every person and company (every company is really a collection of individuals with a common mission) needs to espouse values or credos such as these to succeed. It has nothing to do with one’s religion.
Only boxers need titles…
One-on-One
I just had a great weekend. No, not because I pigged out, attending multiple games at the Phillies ballpark. (Admittedly, that didn’t hurt matters at all.)
It’s not cultured pearls- but the pearls of wisdom- that sets the culture
You hear the term bandied about everywhere. What’s the corporate culture? How can we change the corporate culture. But, do you really know what they mean?
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Sometimes we need drama
Most of you know that I find the study of leadership and creativity fascinating. But, you may not all know (at least those of you who are newly introduced to this blog) that I not only find inspiration from secular leaders, scientists, and engineers, but from the Tanach- the Tora, Nevi’im (Prophets), and K’tuvim (Writings). (What many of you call the bible.)
The year is half-over…What have you done so far?
Stubborn. Determined. Disciplined. Persistent. All of these words say the same thing- even if some of them evoke negative connotations. And, the personality characteristics that underlie these words are critical to bring about change. (We also need to know when and if we need to stop being persistent- sometimes it is time to stop.)
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