Leading Blog

DECEMBER 8, 2017

Self-deprecating humor is the ability of a leader to laugh at him/herself to reduce power-distance, and thereby facilitate more positive and intimate relationships. Social humor typically involves jokes or stories shared as a tool to reduce interpersonal tension, increase sociability and promote openness. Jumping to conclusions….

Absenteeism 161

Absenteeism Reputation Stress Morale 161

Strategy Driven

DECEMBER 19, 2013

Silent Killer #5: Suppressing Innovation. Thanks to the bureaucracy and lack of listening that exists in most companies today, we have created working environments that stifle the creativity, original thought, and innovation that make our human capital so valuable. The greatest enemy of innovation is modern management.

Six Sigma 50

Six Sigma Productivity Products Bureaucracy 50

Harvard Business Review

JULY 19, 2017

Those that successfully harvest vast troves of data can improve productivity; make faster and more accurate decisions; reduce costs; increase competitive advantage; discover new business models and innovations; and better engage customers, employees, and partners.

Technology 8

Technology Content Market Segmentation Business Model 8

Great Leadership By Dan

SEPTEMBER 3, 2013

Here’s why: “Most organizations see leaders'' as drivers of results - exceeding sales quotas, deepening market share, boosting profits, etc. In an organizational setting this applies equally, where people empower themselves through creativity, innovation and superior customer service.”. Jennifer V. his/her face.

Leadership Development 283

Leadership Development Development Planning Self-aware 283

Harvard Business Review

JUNE 10, 2011

If there are continual changes in a company's markets or strategy, that company will most likely need to make productivity improvements part of everyone's job. Brad Power (bradfordpower@gmail.com) is a consultant and researcher in process innovation.

Six Sigma 15

Six Sigma Bottom-up Cost Project 15