Month: August 2015

Getting others on board

If you have a method of working that you think is superior to another way, and you want to encourage other people to get on board, then start with asking yourself why one way is superior to another. Look for the benefits that are a reward for using a different approach. For example, if you think washing dishes by hand…

The right time may never come

When you have something deep to discuss, or you have something hard to say, and you have an overwhelming sense of relief because you realize the current situation hints that it might not be the best time to bring things up, chances are it’s just an excuse–only in your mind–to avoid the subject. If you frequently assess the situation, with…

Organizational purpose

The purpose of an organization is not to consume human resources to produce a product. The purpose is to amplify the investment of individuals. In other words, an organization shouldn’t be 1+1+1+1=4, it should be 1+1+1+1=100. If you take the amplification approach to business, you’ll find yourself valuing a whole different set of beliefs, habits and actions as a result.…