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Leading in turbulent times requires a deliberate shift from command-and-control towards a collaborative style of leadership. This may be easier for some than others. It requires a shift in mindset! The idea of collaborative leadership requires individuals at all levels take initiative and act in ways that supports the achievement of the vision, purpose and objectives of […]
Collaborative Leadership Is a Different Skillset
The concept of collaborative leadership seems foreign to some professionals new to a leadership role. Most newly anointed leaders anticipate an environment where they are streaming orders down the line and their staff are jumping into action. Things are getting done as long as they seem to be in control, barking orders and expecting complete […]
[VIDEO] RCA Uncovers the Hidden Truth
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“If you don’t ask the right questions, you don’t get the right answers. A question asked in the right way often points to its own answer. Asking questions is the ABC of diagnosis. Only the inquiring mind solves problems.” – Edward Hodnett (1871-1962 British Poet) RCA is a valuable tool used to uncover the facts […]
[VIDEO] No More Excuses! Be Accountable!
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Is it time to change the culture of blame in your organization? If you think so, then understand that change only comes when accountabilities change. That means there has to be accountability, from the top to the bottom. Everyone must not only accept being accountable, but be willing to hold people accountable. This is not […]
Lean Healthcare: Making a Case for Change
Lean management principles have been used effectively in manufacturing companies for decades, particularly in Japan. Lean thinking begins with driving out waste so that all work adds value and serves the customer’s needs. Identifying value added and non-value added steps in every process is the beginning of the journey toward lean operations. In order for […]
Determining the Need for Change in an Organization
Determining the Need for Change in an Organization The world we live in is in a state of perpetual change and progress. As the lives of people gradually change, so do their expectations and demands as consumers. This means that all markets are constantly shifting and changing, and the most successful companies are the ones […]
The Effectiveness of the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) Cycle
The Effectiveness of the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) Cycle The Plan-Do-Check-Act cycle is a popular business management method to achieve continuous improvement in an organization. It is widely implemented as a part of a tool within larger improvement methodologies, or as a stand-alone approach to quality control and change management. The PDCA cycle was popularized by Dr. W. […]
Using Kanban in Your Personal Life
Using Kanban in Your Personal Life Kanban is a workflow visualization tool that has proven itself to be extremely valuable in the business environment as a way to manage processes of all sorts. It’s simple yet powerful, and it makes a lot of vital information both evident and easily accessible for whole teams, bolstering productivity […]
Task List: Getting the Monster Under Control
No matter how organized you are, the classic task or to-do list is a monster that has a mind of its own, and grows at an alarming rate. Isn’t it time to quit working for the monster, and start making the monster work for you? Make the Task List Monster Work for You Making […]
Organizing For Success: Design Does Matter
Breaking Old Habits Organizing for success with Lean is a interesting proposition. The fact is, most organizational designs are poorly thought out and disappointedly implemented. Lean practices and tools lead us down the path of organization through process design vs. reorganization. Our focus tends to be affecting change through existing processes and refining those to […]