During the past few years, my speaking and workshop programs have expanded tremendously as an outgrowth of my management and leadership writing. The opportunity to share ideas with great teams, firms and emerging leaders is exhilarating and the honor of sharing ideas...
A good operator is often the solution for a struggling business. Too often we are looking for visionaries to solve our problems, and overlooking the power and potential of good operators. Instead of focusing on the fundamentals of management and leadership, we are...
The most dangerous words in the business lexicon are: “With a bit more time and money… .” The most annoying words in my house are, “The ice-maker is out again and I called the repair service.” When you hear those words, run. And don’t forget to pick up your...
Too many of us spend our days emphasizing what we want. Emphasizing what you “want” is a lousy way to get to yes at work. I want a bigger budget, more people, a new piece of equipment. We’re all angling at some time for something in a world of limited...
Note from Art: When I encounter remarkable small businesses and owners/entrepreneurs, I feel compelled to help them tell their stories. Enjoy the profile of these remarkable young professionals! — What do world-class running coaching, delicious caramel and...
Too many managers outsource the hard work of finding the right talent. Almost all of them outsource the even harder work of developing talent. You might as well outsource breathing. No wonder managers get a bad name in our culture, particularly in the ridiculous...
