B1-Business Topics

B1.7-Manage your Whirlwind

Being in the “continuous improvement” business, like any role, has its challenges.  My directive to reduce chaos tends to interrupt employees’ day jobs and has the tendency to create some interesting upheaval.  The most pronounced being that co-workers just do not have the time to engage in improving what they…

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B1.1-OPEX Roadmap

Operational excellence is not just a goal; it’s a journey that requires meticulous planning, execution, and continuous improvement.  It involves a comprehensive understanding of the organization’s processes, culture, and customer needs.  The roadmap to achieving operational excellence is paved with strategic steps that ensure sustainable growth and competitive advantage. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xS4J2mCb_XE…

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B1.11-Leaders and Managers

OVERVIEW Understanding the difference between a manager and a leader is key to any organization or entity.  Both are needed but the expectations and outcomes are very different.  Some people make better managers and others are better leaders.  The talents and characteristics of both are clear and can be developed. …

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B1.3-Eliminating Organizational Silos

Many organizations today that struggle with change and fall short of fulfilling their ultimate vision spend countless days, weeks and months – not to mention resources – trying to understand why they can’t seem to circumvent the barriers standing in their way and in most cases they can’t quite define…

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B1.2-CEO Roadmap

The analogy is a relatively simple one, the role of a company CEO (Chief Executive Officer) is much like the Captain of a ship.  They set a clear direction, they ensure key controls are in place, and they ensure that they reach the required destination.  Easy to say, hard to…

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