Time Management seems to me to be a paradox. Whilst time can’t be altered in any way – we have what is given to us, no more and no less, and it’s the same as its always been, since the dawn of time in fact, we never seem to have enough of it. We don’t have time […]
The Power of Purpose
You can Google hundreds of “inspirational” quotes about how we are lost without purpose.But can you clearly articulate your company Purpose? And do you use it as a business tool? I see far too many people and companies lose sight of their purpose and get involved in busy-ness that fills their day and frustration that […]
Management Training is a Waste of Money*
Between US$60-80 Billion is spent annually in the United States alone (2015 figures, so will be even more now) on Management training. Yet only 20-30% of the skills learned during training actually result in on-the-job changes (Association for Talent Development – ATD, US). In the UK, an average of £286 per employee per year is spent on training, […]
Who Before What – The Genius of Jim Collins
22 years ago Jim Collins published his book Good to Great. In the ensuing 22 years it’s fair to say that this book has had one of the most profound effects on business than any other publication – be it book, article, TED speech, whatever! In recent times, though, I fear some of the principles and wisdom generated […]
Don’t Have Enough Time in Your Day?
Life is busy, there is never enough time in the day and I never seem to be making much headway. A feeling oh so familiar to many of us. Effective time management can lead to reduced stress, better work-life balance, and an enhanced sense of accomplishment. Here’s a few thoughts and tips that will help […]
Cashflow Challenges? These Steps Will Help
Cashflow is a crucial aspect of any business, especially at times like these. A cashflow crisis can arise due to a variety of reasons, but primarily as a result of an unexpected drop in sales or an increase in expenses. Here are some steps to help deal with cashflow challenges in a business: 1. Examine and […]
Unlocking Success: Business Coaching
Running a successful business is no easy feat, especially for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) in a busy city like Auckland. However, the guidance and expertise of a skilled business coach will help business leaders navigate challenges, maximize their potential, and achieve remarkable growth. In this blog post, we will explore the benefits of business […]
Noise
As I read through this morning’s summary of the latest articles from HBR I was struck but the sheer volume and breadth of advice that is produced each and every day. Advice noise, analysis noise Noise from people who make their living from generating noise, some of them trying desperately to get heard above the […]
A Christmas Thought or Two
December 2022 – at long last this year is coming to a close. Slowly, inexorably, painfully, we are now seeing the end in our sights. It’s been a doozy! I won’t list all the things that have happened, not happened; infected us, not infected us; gone up, gone down; lasted too long, lasted not long enough; appeared, disappeared; […]
That Miracle Moment when Success Happens
An article from the always excellent Farnam Street caught my eye today. It discussed those moments when success actually happens. We are always after the secret, aren’t we? That ingredient that we seem to miss that simply causes success. Why is it that others seem to have this secret ingredient and we don’t? The […]