To navigate change in life is difficult at best. In baseball the curveball thrown by the pitcher can make unpredictable turns as it sails over the homeplate where the batter is swinging to hit the ball. If the batter misses hitting the ball, he, or she, may strike out. But that does not mean that
To build a successful business, there needs to be clear direction, purpose, and strong leadership. Building a dream team of leaders within the organization creates the much-needed component for clarifying the vision and executing the plan. Strong leadership is needed in all areas of the organization, not simply within the top echelons. Identifying and training
Developing a mentorship program can be extremely helpful for employee career development and self-improvement. Having a mentor allows staff members to focus on skill enhancement and goal setting. If members of your organization are struggling with a clear sense of direction moving forward, it may be time to consider establishing a formalized mentorship program. Using
The need for formal mentoring programs in today’s organizations is becoming more pronounced. To be successful in today’s ever-changing business environment, companies must constantly evolve. Research indicates that having a diverse workforce produces greater innovation and boosts the bottom line. Such diversity includes women, yet many women find it difficult to move into leadership roles.
Why does an entrepreneur need to transform into a CEO?Many companies start from one person’s idea that becomes transformed into a tangible reality. That person, known as an entrepreneur, creates the new business, bearing most of the risks and enjoying most of the rewards. As the business grows the leadership needs change. While there is
Daunting times are ahead for our business community in developing our next generation of leaders. With the continuous exit of approximately 3.5 million baby boomers from the workforce each year, finding qualified replacements is becoming paramount. The greatest challenge for companies will be finding qualified talent—and keeping them! Statistics indicate that millennials have an average
A solution-focused coaching model has become a useful employee development tool for leaders. Business leaders are aware that retaining quality talent in their workforce is a growing concern. To boost levels of employee retention, leaders are providing increasing levels of professional development. And leaders are finding that changing the role of the employee performance review
