Most of us have heard the phrase “value added work” mumbled at least once throughout our career. While it may seem like a buzzword, in most modern organizations, it’s often the difference between staying competitive and merely getting by. So what exactly is value...
All organizations aim to succeed. In many ways, it’s easy to gauge success using standard measures like ROI, stock value and profit. The fact is, while profit drives most organizations sustainable success relies on having the right people who can translate...
When we think of extraordinary organizations, we often think of exceptional leaders driving high performance. Think Howard Schultz at Starbucks, Steve Jobs at Apple, or Christine Day at lulu lemon. These are the outstanding examples of charismatic leadership,...
How well managers do their jobs is a topic that has received quite a bit of attention over the years. Essays, scholarly articles and full length books have been devoted to the subject, discussing everything from strategies for improving performance to specific...
Most people are familiar with the concept of being accountable for something. We’re accountable to our families, our relationships, and our work. In fact, as children, we learn the importance of being held accountable for our actions and the consequences that exist if...
What role does the Board of Directors play in the effectiveness of the organization? Are they influential? Do they make decisions? In order to understand the impact of the board on managerial effectiveness, you first have to think about accountability and authority in...
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