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Rules Are Meant to Be (Thoughtfully) Broken
When I learned The Outstanding Organization’s publication date, I groaned. The book was slated for release in July 2012, just as summer vacations were getting into full swing and leaders were heading to the beach for some decidedly non-business relaxation. If they … More ►
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Tagged Amazon, Book Launch, Buzz Week, Lean, The Outstanding Organization, Weaving Influence
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Goals & Priorities: Your Personal Hoshin
The New Year has always been one of my favorite holidays. Not for the revelry and good cheer, although that can be a nice element. I’ve always gone the opposite direction: into a quiet period of hansei (reflection) and planning.
It … More ►
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Tagged Accomplishments, Goals, Hoshin, Metrics, New Year, The Outstanding Organization
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The Bane of Organizational ADD
Businesses routinely attempt to accomplish too much and quickly lose focus when the next fire erupts or a new shiny ball appears. When I work with clients, one of the first things I assess is the degree to which they … More ►
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Tagged Business performance, Lean, Morale, Organizational ADD, productivity, Six Sigma, Webinar
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