Lead on Purpose

MARCH 30, 2013

The societal disease of our time—short-term thinking.” –Warren Bennis. “A The Product Management Perspective: If you are leading a team of product managers, set clear goals and make sure your team knows what’s expected of them. Here are a few quotes to whet your appetite: “Good is the enemy of Great.” –Jim Collins.

Management 211

Management Collins Drucker Short-term 211

Lead on Purpose

OCTOBER 6, 2012

Knowing where you want your business to go and having goals for the both the short-term and the long-term are very important. It’s a lot like writing a term paper. Further, you have to be able to say and do the hard things, even though it might not make you popular, if it’s the right thing for the situation.

Quality 268

Quality Short-term Long-term Education 268

Lead on Purpose

NOVEMBER 10, 2012

Businesses without long-term goals, a clear strategy and good communication between departments struggle to thrive. Education in strategic leadership, including seminars, short courses, and even Master’s in Strategic Leadership programs, will enable you to succeed in leadership contexts.

Leadership 227

Leadership Education Short-term Competitive Advantage 227

Lead on Purpose

OCTOBER 20, 2012

They deploy a repertoire of styles according to the personalities and experience of team members, time constraints and specific goals. They encourage them to bond with each other, work as a team and focusing people on common goals. They advise and follow up to be sure people meet their goals on time.

Leadership Styles 244

Leadership Styles Project Management Succession 244