Innovation is a broad topic talked about in ways which confuse the subject. It’s also a subject that generates a wide range of reactions. This blog defines innovation and views it through three lenses – customer, organization, individual – to bring into focus what it might mean for you. I like to use a definitionRead… Read more »
It’s no secret that extroverts hold the majority of leadership roles in the professional world. When you call to mind a high level executive, you probably picture someone with an outgoing personality and commanding presence, instead of a quiet, reflective individual. A USA Today study even found that 65 percent of senior level managers believeRead… Read more »
Likely you’ve heard the term VUCA (Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity and Ambiguity) and, perhaps, some agencies have begun utilizing the acronym in long-term strategic planning. But have you thought about its application in leadership selection and development? Here are some considerations to think about. Recently, at an international conference relating to assessment center methods, I listenedRead… Read more »
If your background investigation data was stolen in the massive OPM breach, here’s what you can expect during the notification process.
The productivity of a business, no matter the size, largely depends on the level of efficiency. In most cases, even huge businesses tend to have a chaotic organization. For instance, a common issue that leads to gross inefficiency is activity duplication. Another form of inefficiency is inconsistencies in task allocation to staff members. In most cases,Read… Read more »
“Hiring veterans is one of the best investments businesses can make in the future success of their companies and of our state.” – Governor Mark Dayton, July 2, 2015
In determining where your agency stands, there are some key measures to assist you in identifying areas of strength or weakness.
With Open Season here, here are some questions to ask yourself, your doctors, and your agency’s health insurance professional in preparation.
How should leaders in huge organizations ensure that every employee can feel valued and on the path to their full potential?
The We Have One Minority disease seems to have no cure, at least in my lifetime.