Category: Business and Sales

The Price of Leadership

Good leadership comes with a price.

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Monday March 23rd, 2009 in Business and Sales, Life Lessons | 2 Comments »

Quick Thought: Control v. Accountability

Control and accountability are two principles which are often conversely proportional to one another.

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Friday November 14th, 2008 in Business and Sales, Life Lessons | 1 Comment »

When Good People Lie: A Tough Truth for Managers

Many managers have experienced the sting of having a valued and trusted employee leave for another job despite recent declarations of loyalty from that employee. A few thoughts on why these betrayals occur, and how to handle them.

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Tuesday June 3rd, 2008 in Business and Sales | No Comments »

Et Tu, Brute?: Lessons on Loyalty and Leadership

What is it that binds us to a person, a group or a cause? Understanding the how loyalty is created and lost is an essential part of effective leadership.

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The Inmates Are Running the Asylum!: Lessons About Workforce Behavioral Problems

Do you feel that you are losing control of your employees? This article will help you understand some of the common reasons for widespread employee behavioral problems, and how to correct them.

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Thursday May 22nd, 2008 in Business and Sales | 1 Comment »

Quick Thought: The Leadership Difference Maker

What makes the difference between wise and foolish leadership?

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Tuesday May 20th, 2008 in Business and Sales, Life Lessons | No Comments »

Negotiating Oil Prices

To be an effective negotiator, one must have options; such is the dilemma that President Bush faced in his recent attempt to persuade the Saudis to increase oil supply and thus lower prices.

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Sunday May 18th, 2008 in Business and Sales, Politics | 3 Comments »

Value Statements: Myth or Magic?

Understanding the true use and purpose of a business values statement is essential if you want this document to be more than superficial fluff.

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Tuesday May 13th, 2008 in Business and Sales | No Comments »

Quick Thought: The Conservation of Chaos

What is the “Conservation of Chaos”?

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Thursday May 8th, 2008 in Business and Sales, Life Lessons | No Comments »

6 Simple Lessons of Effective Leadership

Some of the most valuable lessons all managers and leaders should apply.

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Sunday April 27th, 2008 in Business and Sales | 2 Comments »