Slowing Down to Speed Up
We once worked with a company that manufactured specialty vehicles who was close to going bankrupt. When we went in to assess the situation, we discovered that more than half the vehicles
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How to Create Organizational Alignment and Engagement by Applying the “Power of 1%”
When I ask business leaders if their employees know what the company’s strategic plan is and how they contribute to it, most of them say “yes.” When I ask them, “Can each of your staff tell me how doing just 1% better contributes to the profitability of the company?” the answer is usually “No.”
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A Bird In Hand Is Worth Way More Than Two In The Bush
“A bird in hand is worth more than two in the bush,” is an old English proverb from the fifteenth century, and quite likely came from other cultures before that. Whether the
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The Trouble with Burning Platforms and Managerial Effectiveness in Organizations
The trouble with ‘burning platforms’ and managerial effectiveness.
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Gossip and Culture: Death by a Thousand Whispers
An engaged workforce will produce more profits than a disengaged one, a lot more. The Gallup organization has been saying it for years. Companies write engagement into their value systems, build it
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Criticize In Private, But Not If Your Culture Is On The Line
The common adage is “praise your team in public and criticize them in private.” That may avoid confrontation, but it’s not a recipe for success. Carpedia VP Andrew Rush explains why leaders have to speak up in order to preserve their company culture.
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The Keys to Great Teamwork
“Talent Wins Games, Teamwork Wins Championships” – Michael Jordan I had the opportunity to host a panel discussion on the topic of “How to Better Plan, Manage and Execute” as leaders
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How Do You Ensure Managers Become Effective Leaders?
How do you increase your Managers’ effectiveness and performance? Learn more about the active problem solving and skills needed by leaders from Andrew Rush, Vice President.
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3 Interview Questions to Ask When Hiring for Culture Fit
What does hiring for ‘cultural fit’ mean? Get insights on how to set your new hires (and your business) up for success from Andrew Rush, VP at Carpedia.
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Listening for Values – How to Make Your Core Values Stick
Is your business living up to its core values? To know for sure, you need to be listening on two levels. Carpedia VP Andrew Rush explains in this executive summary article.
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