ReImagine Work

SEPTEMBER 6, 2017

I remember chairing a project meeting several years ago. Signs up for a project expecting to look good (or get close to higher-ups). When someone goes after their goals and it doesn’t look like what we would do, we can be skeptical and judgmental. Your agenda can coincide with organization goals. Perish the thought.

Self-aware 100

Self-aware Maturity Project Reputation 100

ReImagine Work

SEPTEMBER 8, 2016

Kevin Kruse, author of the bestselling book Employee Engagement 2.0 , defines employee engagement as the emotional commitment an employee has to the organization and its goals. What project or assignment was the favorite they’ve ever had? Let’s all get on the same page about the meaning of employee engagement. Here are some ideas.

CIO 100

CIO Incentives Metrics Commitment 100

ReImagine Work

NOVEMBER 9, 2015

Several years ago I lead an SAP implementation project at a chemical plant. My goal is for you to handle whatever happens. In this way, they grow their own awareness and responsibility at the same time. So, let’s consider how a two-way interaction can go. Some of my team members were shop floor employees. I don’t want him to shut down.

CIO 100

CIO Chemicals Ethics Follow-up 100

ReImagine Work

AUGUST 26, 2015

We’re going to be working together for the length of this project. What is my goal? I’ve been building this story without checking on facts and motivations. What do I value about the relationship? This person is not going away. We need each other’s unique expertise. What do I have control over?

How To 100

How To Micromanagement Quality Motivation 100

ReImagine Work

JULY 7, 2016

You’ve just created some goodwill and potentially have freed up an enormous amount of time to work on your projects to advance your goals. The requester is particularly happy when they realize the task doesn’t need to be done at all. It’s simple, but not easy. I didn’t say it was going to be easy.

Tactics 100

Tactics Productivity Products CIO 100