“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” – Margaret Mead
Do you know that saying…”the more things change, the more they stay the same”?… Read more...
Remember the magic mirror in the Snow White fairy tale? Remember how it couldn’t lie?
Mirrors don’t tend to lie.
If we held up a ‘leadership mirror’ in front of you, what would we see?… Read more...
“A hero is no braver than an ordinary man, but he is brave five minutes longer.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson
This time of year it is popular to run planning days.… Read more...
“People don’t resist change. They resist being changed!” – Peter Senge
As a manager/supervisor and leader, you will have a role to play in managing change within your organisation. For some, this is a daunting prospect.… Read more...
“Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn.”
– Benjamin Franklin
As a manager, have you ever felt like you are hitting your head against a brick wall?… Read more...
“The bottom line is, when people are crystal clear about the most important priorities of the organisation and team…not only are they many times more productive, they discover they have the time they need to have a whole life.”… Read more...
“A man who does not plan long ahead will find trouble at his door.” – Confucius
It is understood that at this time of year most management consultants, executives and CEOs are talking about the importance of planning.… Read more...
“If a rhinoceros were to enter this restaurant now, there is no denying he would have great power here. But I should be the first to rise and assure him that he had no authority whatever.”… Read more...
“The great leaders are like the best conductors – they reach beyond the notes to reach the magic in the players.” –Blaine Lee
Many managers and supervisors find delegating difficult. This can be for many reasons – they like to be in control, they want all the glory, they don’t trust their staff.… Read more...