Are You Prepared To Enter The Danger Zone?
Imagine if you had a culture that didn’t write negative or critical things in letters, email, or text message. When they had a problem they actually came to you and spoke face to face or if that wasn’t possible they called you. It is possible to have this type of...
Is Insecure Management Keeping Your Company Down?
Whenever the Olympics are happening, I’m reminded of Peter Ueberroth and the common perception that he saved the Olympics from dying. Although Peter played a key role, it was a young person on the USOC (United States Olympic Committee) who asked a pivotal question...
Three Ways To Ensure Your Feedback Means Something
This past weekend, we held our annual business owner’s retreat in Victoria, BC. Great people, weather, venue, and a fantastic time had by all. We brought in a truly unique individual, Michael Allosso from out east who, by the end of Saturday, left everyone in awe, and...
The Enemy of Great is Good
This weekend as I headed out to golf, I asked myself “why?” I’ve been playing this game for just over 10 years, and very rarely do I shoot under 90. In most cases, it’s 94 to 99. But, it’s great exercise and a type of meditation. I understand why so many business...
Do Your Team Members Feel Valued?
I just took a day long workshop with Michael O. and we went over “PTS” which stands for positive, truthful, and specific. He made it clear to us that if you are a business owner or manager, it’s easy to forget the hard work and sacrifices your workers endure. Many of...
Leader or manager:
Where do you fit?
Which role are you better suited for: the exceptional manager or the great leader?