Chicago Cubs – playing the long game…
There is quite a bit of effort required to be loyal – whether for a few years or 108 years. Perhaps we should find a “cause” worthy of loyalty. Does your manager inspire loyalty?
Strategic Pricing
If you are already on top of pricing, take a step back and think about pricing from a strategic standpoint. How important is pricing as a reason your customers buy from you instead of the competition?
Favorite Charities 2016
Find out what is important to your colleagues, your boss and/or your employees. Whether or not you can ever do anything to help with these causes, don't you think it would be good to know what is important to them?
Navigating the Global Supply Chain
At first glance, it seems a bit challenging to figure out what can be done in a week. However, since the global supply chain is all around us, it isn't that hard after all.
The Power of Students
Similar to these students, do you see it as an exciting opportunity - and turn it into one?! Or, do you see it as a chore?
Why Customers Rule
Start asking your customers and employees what is important to them. You might not even have to open your mouth - start listening to what is said AND what isn't said.
Have Your Product Development Efforts Been Successful?
If you are already in a product development cycle, take a step back to think about whether you think achieving 30% of total sales within 3 years is feasible.
Why Blame Doesn’t Work
Instead of complaining about Mary or Steve, how could you re-phrase your concern into a productive conversation?
What MacGyver & the Fess Parker Have in Common
How can we be innovative and use what we have in new ways to create success?
The Value of Clear Communication
What can we do this week to improve upon the clarity of our communication? Quite a lot.