Strategy Driven

AUGUST 8, 2023

The oilfield services industry (OFS) encompasses all products and services related to oil exploration and extraction. Cost-Effective Oilfield services are vital to oil and gas exploration and production success. Production technicians work on rigs to operate equipment that helps extract and process oil.

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Let's Grow Leaders

MARCH 21, 2022

Laura thanked her and hurried to a quiet conference room where she could call her team. What’s NUMBER ONE LOW-COST ACTION we can take to improve our customer’s experience?”. Courageous Questions to Improve Productivity. What is the biggest roadblock to your productivity right now? Laura turned to the rep. “Is

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Michael Lee Stallard

JULY 12, 2021

When I spoke at Costco’s annual managers conference one year, I witnessed video after video of employees from warehouse club locations all around the world who proudly shared ideas they came up with to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and improve member and employee experience. Photo by Leon on Unsplash.

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The Horizons Tracker

MARCH 19, 2024

At the recent Unleash conference, Josh Bersin highlighted the challenges companies are facing in attracting, retaining, and making productive the talent they need to grow and thrive. This meant that workers could increasingly be choosy about where they worked and could actively seek out roles that would help their wellbeing.

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Lead Change Blog

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

Even though several factors affect the cost, reports in The Guardian show that child care cost in 2020 might hit $223 per day in big cities like Sydney. Employers should also offer guidance on budgeting for child care expenses, and the costs of child care, among other topics. So, just how expensive is child care?

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Strategy Driven

MARCH 18, 2019

Being more productive as a business online largely depends on having the right tools and the right knowledge to use them effectively. Employees need to know how to use a computer effectively if you are going to reap the gains of productivity and efficiency. You should also consider the cost efficiency of this solution too.

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Lead on Purpose

JULY 6, 2009

Are you taking advantage of the many Product Camps or “Un-Conferences” offered this year? Product camps are a great place for product management professionals and leaders to step away from the day-to-day and engage in a day of learning and networking. Mike; “What are Product Camps and why should I attend?”

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Sales Wolf Blog

MAY 25, 2010

Successories Motivational Products Talent Managment Magazine Testing and Assessments - An Employers Guide to Good Practices Testing and Assessments - DOL The Rainmaker Group - Possibility Maximization An amazing group of people commited to making a difference in the world they live - one soul, one organization, one Customer Experience at a time.

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Great Results Team Building

OCTOBER 8, 2019

Recognition and morale have a tremendous impact on the productivity of your team. So, what if I told you that in between your special conference dates or annual team meetings you could invest a fraction of the resources and enjoy a significant positive impact on the team morale and performance? But that is the problem…. .

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Let's Grow Leaders

MAY 16, 2017

I first met Shep when we were both keynoting at International Customer Service Association conference in Florida. In addition, they know that if for any reason they are unhappy with their purchase, or if there is a problem with whatever they bought, they know that Nordstrom has their back and will give them a refund or exchange the product.

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Strategy Driven

AUGUST 11, 2020

Gone were the conference halls and meeting rooms, in came the online meetings and webinars. Think of it less like a meeting and more as a conference. They can also be suitable for larger conferences; however, consider the aim of the meeting. They’re the virtual equivalent of a conference hall.

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HR Digest

MAY 21, 2022

Find out what employee wellness ideas you can implement to ensure your employees have a safer, productive return to work. Lower employee healthcare costs. You’ll be surprised at how many employees want to practice yoga after work or during breaks if you turn your conference room into a yoga studio.

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Strategy Driven

DECEMBER 28, 2023

It could involve investing in new product development, exploring new market segments, or adopting innovative marketing strategies. However, it’s important to balance the benefits of new technology with the costs and potential disruptions to operations. Equally important is training and development.

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Curious Cat

APRIL 28, 2015

In the most recent ASQ Influential Voices post, Julia McIntosh takes a look at the costs and benefits of professionals attending conferences. I still remember being in high school and George Box talking about the primary value of conferences was talking to colleagues in the hallway. A stone sarcophagus from ancient Egypt.

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Deming Institute

JANUARY 14, 2019

Examples of tampering abound; from continuously adjusting machine parameters in order to produce an acceptable product to reaction of Wall Street to news or even reacting to rumors 1 , this phenomenon can be observed in production processes as well as management processes. It is the wrong reaction to the type of variation observed!

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Michael Lee Stallard

DECEMBER 5, 2020

Some conferences and workshops for clients shifted to being virtual events. Fortunately, with the patience, knowledge and the upbeat attitudes of Christen, Cody and the rest of the production crew, at last, we completed the filming. We’re pleased with the end product. The course went live in mid-November.

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Strategy Driven

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

Two-thirds of managers reported an increase in productivity from their remote workers. Video conferences are great for having a personal face-to-face meeting without the added travel cost. Consumers are starting to notice green companies and want to purchase products that have environmentalism at heart.

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Leading Blog

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

Innovation faces the inertia of the status quo defined by team members, organization culture, and whatever product or service solutions already exist. Purpose is not about a slogan on the conference room wall. These all become anchors for evaluating the desirability of anything new.

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HR Digest

APRIL 17, 2023

This, in turn, leads to increased productivity and quality of work. This leads to higher job satisfaction and employee retention, reducing turnover and associated costs. Provide employees with access to skill-based training programs, workshops, and conferences that are relevant to their jobs.

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Strategy Driven

DECEMBER 14, 2020

Usually, adding a little detail to an existing product (such as changing the colour of something) is not enough to start a business, so try more than you think you need. Determine the Cost of the Operation. The best place to get started is to determine the base cost of the initiative. Part 2 Create a Business Plan.

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Michael Lee Stallard

OCTOBER 24, 2014

He completes his daily assignments from his front porch, sends e-mails from a coffee shop down the street, and holds conference calls in his living room. More and more companies are turning to remote employment as a means to lower costs and lock in skilled workers. Give your remote employees opportunity for growth.

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Leading Blog

JULY 16, 2021

Now a product of modern American culture that rolls all too easily off the tongue, its mere existence tells you it’s okay to lie, from twisting the truth just a little to flagrantly deceiving others for personal gain. In our drive to succeed, the temptation is always there to cut corners and misrepresent ourselves.

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Strategy Driven

MARCH 25, 2020

Broadening the talent pool helps you get a fresh perspective on the project, ensure it appeals to international audiences, and, most importantly, cut development costs. Lower development costs. The high potential of outsourcing as a cost-saver has to do with lower labor costs outside main tech hubs – US, EU, UK.

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Strategy Driven

MAY 23, 2019

By their very nature, businesses are unpredictable, as a sudden demand for a product or service could arise, thus calling for a quick response. Space in urban or commercial areas is so scarce and can thus cost an arm and a leg. They are quick to put up, cost-effective, easy to move, and offer high-quality solutions. Conclusion.

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Lead Change Blog

FEBRUARY 22, 2016

Consider the druids who built Stonehenge or the coal-weary United Kingdom miners of the 1980s – they seem somewhat far removed from the modern age of email and video conferences, but their days were no different. Arguably, they were a whole lot worse than what we have to contend with!

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The Practical Leader

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

The best new products, services, or methods often come from the wrong people, at the wrong time, in the wrong way, for all the wrong reasons. New products and services can be “knocked off” or copied. Integration — the new product, service, or business enters the organization’s mainstream.

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Great Leadership By Dan

APRIL 1, 2014

Sales reps were trained in their products and how to sell them, scientists went to conferences, engineers were offered continued training to keep their skills up to date, and new managers were trained how to manage. Wouldn’t it be worth the cost of 1-2 days of training to prevent a million dollar mistake?

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RapidStart Leadership

NOVEMBER 14, 2017

Maybe it’s a Monday morning phone huddle to set weekly goals, or a Friday video conference to share updates. Confer with the team (and company policy) and pick two or three platforms and try to keep everyone there. Even professional bloggers have annual conferences. But it comes at a cost. Set a rhythm.

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The Horizons Tracker

JULY 14, 2022

The researchers explored all filings from the US Patent and Trademark Office from 1976 to 2020, with a particular focus on so-called utility patents, which they define as new or improved useful products that give the inventor exclusive commercial rights for a period of up to 20 years.

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Michael Lee Stallard

JANUARY 21, 2011

The Conference Board released research in January that concluded employee satisfaction and engagement in America were at the lowest point since it began surveying more than 20 years ago. The potential productivity boost from improving employee engagement and strategic alignment is staggering. The data suggest otherwise.

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Skip Prichard

OCTOBER 20, 2020

If revenues remain flat profits decrease because costs go up every year (employees want raises, the cost of electricity increases, material costs increase, etc.) There has to be a minimum net profit to cover required future costs such as capital equipment and purchases. Jeremy and Josh meet at an industry conference.

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Great Leadership By Dan

JULY 21, 2016

On the other hand, there are deadlines to meet; costs to contain; changes and more changes to manage. The client had scheduled a press conference to announce the new product and give a brief demo. What’s a leader to do? The project manager knew the consequences of this public failure would be very serious for all involved.

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Chart Your Course

JUNE 5, 2017

For many employees, working from home is a luxury that provides flexibility and cost savings, among many other benefits. Team building is essential for a productive, thriving and trustworthy environment. Remote working doesn’t come without its drawbacks, though. Team Fitness Challenge.

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leaderCommunicator

MARCH 27, 2017

population now hates their job, according to researchers at The Conference Board. This lack of employee engagement costs companies billions in productivity each year. Find Out What Motivates Your Employees and Keeps Them Engaged. Take in this sobering statistic: More than half the U.S.

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Strategy Driven

MARCH 9, 2023

Affordability: Lower Costs than Traditional MBA Programs According to Harvard Business Review, about 51% of MBA students take out student loans. Some employers are willing to cover the tuition costs if you work for them while studying. You can also schedule your assignments according to your productivity. Whatever works for you!

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The Practical Leader

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

In the early 1900s, Frederick Taylor, used “Scientific Management” principles to make the new production lines more efficient. Over the next few decades, leading companies and human performance researchers found that empowering workers to use their heads, hearts, and hands significantly boosted morale and productivity.

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HR Digest

JANUARY 15, 2022

The benefits of remote work include increased productivity , flexibility, and job satisfaction. It also helps companies save money because they don’t have to pay for office space or other overhead costs. . Productivity depends on collaboration. This includes facilities like shared kitchens and conference rooms. .

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