Rich Gee Group

OCTOBER 3, 2022

Many managers today are task masters. They get projects from their boss and then delegate each one to their staff. Today, many organizations make the mistake of letting their managers do whatever they want without focusing on each associate — they make the process mechanical and impersonal.

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Lead Change Blog

SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

In a previous blog , I wrote about why you should transform your organization into a network organization and promised to write about how to lead that transformation. To recap, a network organization is all about communities based on connectors and content. Enter a dialog with them about the network organization way of thinking.

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Strategy Driven

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

In the realm of facilities management, the twin pillars of efficiency and sustainability are increasingly becoming inseparable. Understanding the Synergy First off, let’s unpack the idea behind sustainable facilities management. That’s the goal. But how do we get there? But how do we get there?

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Let's Grow Leaders

AUGUST 11, 2023

Can you relate to the phrase, overwhelmed working manager? Recently we received a question from a manager and this manager writes, “I am a working manager. Not that all managers aren’t working, but I have an enormous pile of my work besides having to lead my team. What should I do?”

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Rich Gee Group

AUGUST 8, 2023

Picture this: Jennifer, a project manager in a mid-sized tech company, was once struggling to meet her quarterly targets. By the end of the year, Jennifer not only met her targets but surpassed them, earning the admiration of the upper management. It demonstrates a proactive mindset, which is a trait every organization values.

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Leading Blog

JULY 6, 2021

Caught in the middle of all this were managers, the face of the organization to their teams. Over the past 15 months, managers spent a considerable amount of effort mediating and negotiating on behalf of their teams to their business and from their business to their teams. Virtual Presentation Skills.

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Strategy Driven

JUNE 5, 2019

In today’s business environment, project managers are now recognized for their critical role in keeping essential business functions running smoothly. As such, there’s been a corresponding boom in demand for workers with project management skills. Change Management. Business Expertise.

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Strategy Driven

AUGUST 11, 2020

No matter your company or industry, one thing is true: you’re working on projects. And the truth is that these projects don’t always go well. In fact, did you know that 70% of organizations have suffered at least one project failure in the last 12 months? The Goal is Unclear. Let’s talk about it.

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HR Digest

JULY 20, 2023

A career map is a written plan that outlines your current position, your ultimate career goal , and the specific steps you need to take to reach that goal. A career map is a personalized roadmap that outlines your career goals and the necessary steps to achieve them. What is a Career Map?

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Let's Grow Leaders

JANUARY 31, 2022

These eight strategies will help you maintain your team’s energy and morale when goals change frequently. Align New Goals with Critical Behaviors. I was six months into a new job and my boss’s boss asked me to take on a major project. I worked hard and gave the project my evenings and weekends until it was done.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 12, 2019

No wonder that specialists and managers that have invested years gradually improving a process do not advocate nor gravitate toward abrupt change. As a consequence of this expectation, we live with accelerating change and drive the ability to manage and adopt it. Most larger organizations are not good at managing change.

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Leading Blog

JANUARY 1, 2024

1:1s are arguably one of the most critical meeting types for the success of team members, managers, coaches, teams, and organizations. The best managers recognize that 1:1s are not an add-on to their role as a manager. Conducting 1:1s successfully are foundational to being a manager. Watkins Michael D.

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Strategy Driven

MARCH 15, 2024

In the bustling business landscape of London, talent management has become a crucial element for organizational success. The digital age has transformed the way businesses operate, necessitating a shift in talent management strategies to keep pace with technological advancements and the evolving workforce.

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Skip Prichard

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Strive to Be an Excellent Leader and Manager. The research literature on leadership finds that the most effective leaders are excellent managers and excellent leaders. Leadership guru Peter Drucker said leadership is about determining the right results and management is about achieving results. Test the Quality of the Goal.

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Mike Cardus

MAY 24, 2012

Organizations don’t hire teams, don’t fire teams, and can only provide feedback based upon the work of the individual and how they contributed to the team goal. The idea that “ We all share accountability to complete this goal” is BULLSHIT. What do you think? Can shared-accountability work on a team? How did that work?

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HR Digest

APRIL 15, 2024

Employee retention is crucial for the success of any organization and the tools you use to enhance employee engagement are just as important. In this article, we will explore five powerful employee engagement software tools that can help organizations increase employee engagement and create a positive work culture.

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Rich Gee Group

MARCH 17, 2024

Become a Problem Solver Every organization has its challenges and inefficiencies. Present well-thought-out solutions to your manager. Volunteer for projects that address these challenges. Volunteer for projects that address these challenges. Attend company events and participate in cross-departmental projects.

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Strategy Driven

OCTOBER 9, 2020

Why set goals? Career development is quite challenging to achieve without goals. Setting career goals encourages constant development. If you don’t know how to set goals, don’t worry about it. Check on them at least once a month and take on new projects to exert those skills and improve them. That’s okay.

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Rich Gee Group

JANUARY 18, 2023

Here are some tips for doing what you say you're going to do: Set clear and realistic goals: Before committing, make sure that you understand what is expected of you and that the goals you set for yourself are straightforward and practical. This will help you to manage your time more effectively and make sure that you stay on track.

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Great Results Team Building

APRIL 10, 2024

And if you do not address the many issues that a corporate merger or acquisition present regarding your culture, you will soon lose many of the people that could propel your organization forward successfully. Utilize management interviews, employee surveys, and even customer feedback , but don’t stop there.

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thoughtLEADERS, LLC

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

When you go to set your business unit goals, there are a few principles you should follow. Any goals you set should be SMART—specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound. Performance expectations in your organization are probably pretty high. A key to hitting those expectations is a solid goal-setting process.

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 6, 2016

Like all living things, it’s vital that organizations regularly adjust in order to accommodate the ebb and flow that goes on within the ecosystems in which they thrive. Every so often, though, a “Big Change” is needed to better position an organization for long-term success. Organizational change is inevitable.

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The Practical Leader

OCTOBER 6, 2020

Recently, we had discussions with a senior leader about his goal to build a more agile organization. That led to a desperate “do something — anything” flurry of unfocused activity that sent the organization scurrying off in all directions at once. Line Management Led. Stand-Alone Projects/Programs.

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HR Digest

APRIL 18, 2024

How to manage remote teams effectively? You juggle video calls, instant messages, and project updates from a team scattered across the globe. Here are some hard-won lessons I’ve learned to manage a remote team and turn that scattered crew into a high-performing unit. The question gnaws at you. Absolutely.

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Lead Change Blog

MAY 13, 2021

Organizational capability to develop and continually strengthen a change management muscle is required for success in a world characterized by uncertainty. Taking the time to capture lessons learned from transformational change is rarely done as organizations are coping with multiple, concurrent change. PROJECT MANAGEMENT.

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Great Leadership By Dan

APRIL 9, 2019

Guest post from James Hlavacek: To improve innovation and growth, knowledge workers must be led, not managed. Today’s knowledge workers gain valuable information from every project and customer. Although profits are the lifeblood of an organization, the financials come last. James Hlavacek, Ph.D.,

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Leading Blog

AUGUST 14, 2019

If you couple that fact with George Gallup’s “single most profound, distinct and clarifying finding ever” that 70% of the variance in team engagement is determined solely by the manager, then the issue becomes the manager. In the new working environment, one of the biggest challenges is for managers to go from boss to coach.

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The Practical Leader

APRIL 17, 2024

Priority Overload Less effective managers (often micromanagers) confuse motion with direction and “busywork” activity and meaningful results. A management group of a struggling administrative section in a large bureaucratic organization, were discussing how well they’ve done in moving paperwork through their organization.

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Six Disciplines

JUNE 28, 2013

It helps you manage your email, your calendar, your contacts, your to-do list. . Six Disciplines gives you the capability to create strategy, manage plans, set goals, and manage projects - all within Microsoft Outlook. . You probably already work in Microsoft Outlook – all day, every day.

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HR Digest

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Managing remote teams has become increasingly common in today’s workplace. With advancements in technology and the ability to work from anywhere, remote work has become a viable option for many organizations. However, managing a distributed workforce comes with its own challenges and should be carefully evaluated at all costs.

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Tanveer Naseer

AUGUST 9, 2017

Organizations in practically every industry are struggling to attract and retain great talent, especially in senior and executive leadership roles. You aren’t likely to be affected by any team bias or prejudice, and probably find it easy to remain objective about the organization’s short-term and long-term needs.

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HR Digest

DECEMBER 4, 2022

A good manager is a great asset to both an organization and its employees. Not only are they able to manage their team well, but they also possess some strong leadership skills that can have a positive effect on those around them. How to Know If Your Manager is Good. Good managers are important to every organization.

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Rich Gee Group

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

Regularly communicate how individual roles and projects tie back to the company's purpose. For instance, in team meetings, discuss how specific tasks are crucial in achieving the organization’s broader goals. Storytelling as a Tool : Share success stories within the organization that highlight the impact of collective efforts.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Many organizations also do a pretty good job with formal recognition — taking time to determine who deserves the plaque, the award, and a celebration. But many leaders, at every level of organizations, miss this vital pause. Every ounce of energy they spend on a project is a gift. …thanks for coming to the meeting. We need them.

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Six Disciplines

DECEMBER 27, 2012

It helps you manage your email, your calendar, your contacts, your to-do list. . Six Disciplines gives you the capability to create strategy, manage plans, set goals, and manage projects - all within Microsoft Outlook. . “You probably already work in Microsoft Outlook – all day, every day.

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Leading Blog

JANUARY 30, 2023

“Quiet firing” came about in response to it, describing the passive-aggressive behavior of managers who withhold opportunities from quiet-quitters instead of firing them altogether. There’s one common denominator behind them: The majority of today’s organizations aren’t talent-centric. This is what leads to employee turnover.

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Six Disciplines

MAY 30, 2012

It helps you manage your email, your calendar, your contacts, your to-do list. . Six Disciplines gives you the capability to create strategy, manage plans, set goals, and manage projects - all within Microsoft Outlook. . You probably already work in Microsoft Outlook – all day, every day. Category: Software.

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