A recent article in Inc. by Peter Economy looked at the changing nature of leadership. In the article (read it here>>) six things are identified as being a constant amongst the fast paced change in leadership thinking. In summary, these are: Constantly renew focus and revise goals – at both …
The Deloitte Australian Business Trends 2014
Monday, June 23, 2014In a recently published report, Deloitte have identified nine business trends that will re-shape the world and Australia in 2014. Their report can be accessed here. Leaders of organizations can be forgiven for feeling nervous at the potential shake-up in the business environment that is looming. Looking at just three …
A Leadership Master Class
Tuesday, June 10, 2014If you had the opportunity to pick the brains of 8 of the smartest people in leadership today, would you do it? How much would you be prepared to pay? Plenty of people took the opportunity recently to attend the ‘World Business Forum’ in Sydney, held May 28 – 29, …
‘Pro Bono’ Boards
Monday, May 12, 20147 Steps for Effective Pro Bono Boards Many NFP Boards are comprised of directors and members who graciously volunteer their time and skills. These ‘Pro Bono’ Boards are still required to function at the same level as professional boards all be it with much more limited resources. A recent article …
Keeping Employees Happy
Monday, April 28, 2014Studies have consistently shown that money is not the most important factor in keeping employees happy. Certainly it plays a part, but there are other ways to ensure your employees are happy and engaged. A recent article in LeadershipNow by Harry Deutschendorf suggests five key things you can do to …
Connecting with the Swollen Generation
Monday, April 28, 2014Connecting with people is how organisations can best market their “product”, whether the product is something traditional like cars or drinks, or something more service oriented like education, spirituality, or aid and development. Marketers know that if you can connect with the people you product is aimed at you stand …