Lead Change Blog

DECEMBER 9, 2019

Why does an organization exist? In essence, to produce something, whether that is a product or a service. And in order to exist in the future, this production needs to be sustainable. It means providing high quality products and services at a reasonable cost (to the organization, the employee, the environment, and society).

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The Practical Leader

AUGUST 16, 2023

Ever heard comments like these in your organization? “How many people work in your organization?” ” “The most dangerous place in this organization is at the exit door around quitting time. ” Attracting and retaining top talent is a major problem for many organizations.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 29, 2014

The 5 Choices is a nuts and bolts solution to greater productivity. Ironically, while we live in a time of unprecedented opportunity, we spend almost half—40%—of our time attention and energy on unimportant or irrelevant activities almost insuring that we miss the possibilities all around us. Organize accordingly.

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The Practical Leader

AUGUST 30, 2023

What’s too often a sad comment on the organization’s lack of leadership is how frequently the consultants present ideas or solutions that have been inside the organization for years. Take the report to everyone in the organization for feedback, clarification, priority-setting, and action planning.

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Lead Change Blog

AUGUST 2, 2021

The heliotropic effect describes the inherent tendency in all living things toward positive energy and away from negative energy. In nature, the sun is the source of positive, life-giving energy, so the heliotropic effect explains why plants and other organisms lean toward the light over time.

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Career Advancement

JULY 3, 2017

Nothing is less productive than to make more efficient what should not be done at all. Kevin moved immediately to work on the three things that would most affect your employee’s productivity. Kevin moved immediately to work on the three things that would most affect your employee’s productivity. Peter Drucker ~. Perception.

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Lead Change Blog

MARCH 11, 2015

The organization gets a shot in the arm; an instant infusion of talent and energy. Properly channeled and leveraged, this new-hire vitality and vigor can permeate the culture and positively impact people at all levels of your organization. Improve the overall productivity of your operations. Cement the existing team.

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The Horizons Tracker

AUGUST 10, 2022

The study examined a number of existing studies, each of which applied a unique approach to examining productivity during Covid. For instance, some measured productivity based on accounting data, some measured it based on the hours worked and the activities people performed, while others measured productivity via self-assessment from workers.

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Strategy Driven

AUGUST 9, 2021

Having happy, productive employees is one of the greatest assets your business can have. Creating a happy and productive workforce involves many actions, with one of them being a workspace that’s fit for purpose. When your employees feel valued and comfortable in what they do, they can help some amazing results for your company.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 1, 2024

Slow Productivity : The Lost Art of Accomplishment Without Burnout by Cal Newport Our current definition of “productivity” is broken. Slow productivity is exactly what we need. Cultures of Growth : How the New Science of Mindset Can Transform Individuals, Teams, and Organizations by Mary C. Murphy Ph.D.

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Joseph Lalonde

JANUARY 12, 2018

Meetings have become a productivity nightmare. Read until the end to get your free PDF checklist for more productive meetings. You may want to: Figure out how to increase productivity on the shop floor. Launch a new product that will revolutionize your industry. Choose a new team leader for a major product.

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Let's Grow Leaders

MARCH 15, 2024

By addressing these questions and creating a culture that aligns with employees’ values and goals, organizations can improve employee motivation and productivity. Get ready for a deep dive into creating environments where employee motivation thrives, and conflict dissipates. (01:32)

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Leading Blog

AUGUST 16, 2021

In fact, it is about those attributes that energize us and help us to deal with reality in a productive way. The kind of positive energy that most accounts for flourishing in individuals and in organizations is called relational energy.” It is known as the heliotropic effect. Positive energizing is not transactional. “A

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Lead Change Blog

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

Business alignment implies that all parts of an organization are integrated and functioning in a highly coordinated manner in support of its business strategy. They are highly productive and successful. The organization’s structure, processes, systems, programs, and initiatives all support and align with the company’s strategy. .

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Tanveer Naseer

AUGUST 19, 2014

.” – William Arthur Ward When it comes to effectively leading teams and organizations in today’s fast-paced, 24/7 global economy, it’s becoming more and more evident that the days of command-and-control leadership are well behind us.

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Ron Edmondson

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

So a goal for me as I’ve grown as a leader is to limit my activities doing things that waste my time and energy. Does it ever feel like you are wasting valuable time and energy? It can be frustrating if your most valuable commodity – time – has been wasted or you invest good energy on the wrong things.

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Lead from Within

JUNE 4, 2024

Time is a finite resource, and how we manage it can greatly impact our productivity and overall well-being. The Pomodoro Technique: Enhancing Focus and Productivity: The Pomodoro Technique is a time management method that breaks your work into intervals, traditionally 25 minutes in length, separated by short breaks.

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HR Digest

APRIL 17, 2023

At every point in time, organizations will likely face different workplace paradoxes. While this model has many benefits, it also presents challenges that can hinder productivity. This is known as the productivity paradox. Another benefit is increased productivity among employees when they work from home.

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LDRLB

APRIL 25, 2017

Mankins is a partner in Bain & Company’s San Francisco office and a leader in the firm’s Organization practice. He is the co-author of Time, Talent, Energy: Overcome Organizational Drag and Unleash Your Team’s Productive Power. The Difference Between “Busy” and “Productive”. Enjoy This Episode?

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Joseph Lalonde

MARCH 31, 2017

I am always striving to increase my productivity. Increased productivity doesn’t come by blinking your eyes and clicking your heels. However, there are a few steps that you can take to help make the shift in your schedule and energy output in order to push your productivity to the next level. Oh, how I wish it did!

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Lead from Within

JANUARY 31, 2024

Successful leaders understand that how they allocate their time can significantly impact their productivity, team morale, and overall success. This focused approach ensures that you tackle your most significant challenges when your energy and focus are at their peak. This approach minimizes distractions and increases productivity.

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HR Digest

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Learn how to hold engaging, productive virtual meetings while you work remotely. Save time, money and energy using these tips for running effective virtual meetings. There are many ways to organize virtual meetings but only a few of them are really effective. Making virtual meetings is a real challenge.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 30, 2011

I have consistently found the most productive people call very few meetings, and likewise they rarely attend meetings where their presence isn’t absolutely necessary. One of the biggest mistakes an organization can make is to take its top talent away from productive activities and sequester them away for a mind-numbing babble session.

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Let's Grow Leaders

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

When you get clear for yourself and help other people find their clarity, you can have a more productive conflict conversation. You may or may not agree on what success looks like, but clear communication around expectations can save a lot of time and wasted energy. What would a successful outcome do for you?

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Let's Grow Leaders

JULY 21, 2023

Collaboration Make sure your team knows that you have their (and the organization’s) best interest at heart. Focus When you come blazing into a new-to-you organization with tons of great ideas, focus is key. Implementing new ideas takes work, time, and energy. Worry more about the idea, than who get’s the credit.

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Great Leadership By Dan

AUGUST 14, 2018

Guest post from Robert (Dusty) Staub : “Perhaps the only sustainable competitive advantage is increasing your ability to learn faster than your competition.” - Arie de Geus, former head of Strategic Planning, Shell Oil Company Are you getting the best results from the people–the embedded collective intelligence–in your organization?

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Chart Your Course

SEPTEMBER 6, 2017

Unfortunately, this process in many organizations leaves a lot to be desired and can result in high staff turnover in your business . Making some simple changes like those mentioned below, to this area of your company, will make all the difference and ensure that your business is a much more efficient, productive place to work in.

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Lead from Within

JUNE 15, 2018

We all want to be more productive, it seems. Productivity isn’t about somebody standing over us with a stopwatch, shouting “Faster! It’s about moving ourselves closer to our goals and helping our team and organization move closer to theirs. ” like an old cartoon. Create a morning ritual.

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Strategy Driven

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

The Green Blueprint Implementing sustainable practices in facilities management involves a holistic approach, encompassing everything from energy consumption to waste reduction. Sustainable Procurement: Choose products made from recycled materials and those that are recyclable or biodegradable.

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Rich Gee Group

OCTOBER 24, 2023

"In a chronically leaking boat, energy devoted to changing vessels is more productive than energy devoted to patching leaks." — Warren Buffett Ah, the career transition! In addition, schedule first thing in the morning when your energy is high. For some, it's a joyous leap into a new professional universe.

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The Office Blend Blog

MARCH 5, 2020

An organization? Moreover, this will serve you longer-term — helping you to engage more productively with your work. We conveniently forget that remaining productive over the long-haul ultimately requires balance & rest. We fail to explore modifications, that might support our energy level. Jack Seeds @Unsplash.

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The Horizons Tracker

APRIL 21, 2024

While reporting carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions is currently not mandatory for most companies, there’s increasing pressure from various stakeholders—investors, regulators, politicians, non-profit organizations—to disclose and minimize their greenhouse gas emissions.

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The Horizons Tracker

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Research from the University of Michigan shows that there is a good crossover between the skills required to perform jobs in fossil fuel-based industries and to do jobs in renewable energy sectors. The results showed that their skills are applicable in renewable energy industries, such as solar.

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Michael Lee Stallard

APRIL 15, 2010

Small actions to connect with people around you are called “Micro-Connections.&# These actions boost enthusiasm and energy in the work environment. Start trying these Micro-Connections out and watch what happens.Over time you will be energized and you’ll build trust and esprit de corps in your organization.

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Strategy Driven

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

You can relax, though, because we’ve come up with five great ways to boost productivity in your small business. Giving employees more autonomy and responsibility isn’t only helpful to you – it can also make them far more productive. Utilize Organizational Tools. Pick the Right Foods.

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Let's Grow Leaders

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

Balancing leadership strategy and tactics is critical for leaders at every level of an organization. When you embrace effective leadership strategy and tactics, they’ll work together to help you, your teams, and organization thrive. This type of meaningless work saps morale and wastes precious time and energy.

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Lead Change Blog

APRIL 24, 2019

When people misuse conflict energy, it becomes drama: they struggle against themselves or each other to feel justified about their negative behavior. Drama costs the US workforce over $350 billion per year in lost productivity, absenteeism, passive-aggressive behavior, and wasted energy. The cost is staggering.

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