Being able to guide a team of people forward in an effective discussion to craft strategy is no simple task. There are many challenges and traps to be recognised. And while most obstacles will hopefully be managed and avoided, there…
Fear As A Motivator In Business
Fear, whether recognised or not, is often the motivator of choice used in business to deliver performance. And while I do not doubt that it does deliver, I am also sure that it does not optimise the potential of any…
Mental Toughness In Business
Winning in business requires capability and commitment. Capability is a skill that can be built, but it alone will not deliver the win. Mental toughness, the way people within your business think and act, is the factor that makes the…
Stakeholder Capitalism – A New Standard For Corporate Leadership?
For many years now, corporate leaders have taken the position that shareholder interests come before all other interests – employees, customers, communities. But is this position sustainable or even good business strategy? America’s top business leaders have decided it’s not…
Presence Is More Important Than Profit
When we think about performance in business, our minds typically turn to profit. Profit is the catch-all indicator of business performance. But it’s a poor indicator and actually doesn’t help us grow our business nor its profit. Active Knowledge…
