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Navigating the Maze: Top 3 Execution Myths
Execution is far more intricate than it appears. In this article, we explore 3 most common myths about execution.
Shift Your Focus from the TAM to the OAM
Too many startups chase enterprise clients. Focus on your OAM, the optimal addressable market versus the TAM to maximize the opportunity.
Do You Dissect Your Successes?
We tend to focus too much energy on figuring out the root cause of what went wrong and not enough time on what went right. Learning to dissect successes is a business practice that can accelerate an organization’s growth.
12 HR Terms You are Probably Not Familiar with That Can Improve Your Business
12 Human Resources terms that can improve your business results. Let your company’s vocabulary drive your culture and your business intentions.
Vinyl, Tapes, CDs, iTunes and Spotify highlight the Generational Shift to a SaaS Model
Music purchasing is a great analogy for the shift to a SaaS world. This highlights the generational differences in how software is approached.
There Are No Trading Deadlines in Business
Sports teams create advantage through constant personnel moves. Business teams tend to play multiple seasons with the same team. Are there lessons to be learned from the sports model?
Insights from Three Decades at CES
Having attended CES over 3 decades I have developed some interesting insights regarding the evolution of tech that is shared in this blog post.
Are You Committed?
Commitment is important. However, even more important is making certain we commit to the right things. Kim Haagensen's story teaches an important lesson about commitment.
A Corporate Retreat Like No Other
More companies need to take the time to get leadership teams out of the office. A corporate retreat is an excellent opportunity for a team to bond and to learn together. Groove Management's sister company LeaderSurf recently launched customized corporate retreats leveraging the success of the LeaderSurf leadership development program.
Who or What are You Selling?
Keep your ego out of the sales process and focus on the product or service. A lesson that many real estate brokers still have not learned.
Tough Times Are The Most Important Time To Invest In The Team
Tough times are actually the most important times to invest in team building, but few leadership teams understand that.
All Up In Your Business- A bootcamp for entrepreneurs 10/22/16
Speaking Engagement- Come join me at Advent Coworking for a workshop on starting a business. I will be speaking about mission, vision and values.
I Go Through- The importance of an execution mindset
An execution mindset separates the best from the rest. "I go through" is not just a song by O.A.R. but an attitude for success.
LEADING FROM THE FRONT: WHAT DO A HEAD OF SCHOOL AT CHARLOTTE COUNTRY DAY AND THE CEO OF SOUTHWEST AIRLINES HAVE IN COMMON?
As leaders it is the small actions that can have large impacts. Think about the last time you greeted your employees or customers in the office lobby or at the front door to your retail outlet. If you have never tried it, go for it. That small gesture will have a lasting positive impact. Learn how the actions of one school leader model the behaviors of a great leader.
THE PARADOX OF SIZE: Why large organizations are so risk averse
A paradox exists in most large companies. The larger the organization the more risk averse it becomes. This makes little sense, but it is commonplace.
WHY THE VIRTUAL PAPERCLIP MUST DIE
Technology advances are great, but their success hinges upon user adoption. Technology companies can do their part by creating a user experience that is intuitive and easy to use. Replacing the virtual paperclip with the virtual link button seems like a good next step in the transition to the cloud.
HOW THE INTERNET HAS DISRUPTED B2B SALES CHANNELS
With the hunter now the hunted, it is time to adopt a new strategy for success in the digital age. Those that embrace the opportunities will flourish and the companies that drag their feet and stay married to their traditional sales channels will pay the price in the long run. This is an exciting time for both new and old companies; most importantly it is a great time to be a consumer because the access to products, services and data has never been so great. Be digital or be gone!