Leadership (3): A leader knows what to do…
With those things in mind, here are the fundamental skills of a leader: A leader knows what needs to be done and is able and… Read More »Leadership (3): A leader knows what to do…
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Leadership (2): Context and Complexity; or, A Place to Stand
Leadership, being about people and change, is complex by definition. Every person is a complex adaptive creature embedded in multiple overlapping relationships and institutions –… Read More »Leadership (2): Context and Complexity; or, A Place to Stand
Leadership (1): Definition
As the old saying goes, “If you think you’re leading but no-one’s following, you’re just taking a walk.” Leadership is more than simple influence. Everyone… Read More »Leadership (1): Definition
Gerald Weinberg: Three Laws of Consulting
The First Law of Consulting: In spite of what your client may tell you, there’s always a problem. The Second Law of Consulting: No matter… Read More »Gerald Weinberg: Three Laws of Consulting
Michael Gerber and the E-Myth: Entrepreneurial Seizures, The Fatal Assumption, and the Technician’s Nightmare
If you’re building an organisation and haven’t read The E-Myth yet [amazon], here’s a start: The Entrepreneurial Seizure To understand the E-Myth and the misunderstanding… Read More »Michael Gerber and the E-Myth: Entrepreneurial Seizures, The Fatal Assumption, and the Technician’s Nightmare
Recommendation: Philip Marris on the Theory of Constraints
A very good introduction.
The opportunity cost of being tired
You’re probably familiar with the old saw about sharpening the saw. Or Frog. Or Razor. Or the importance of unstringing the bow. I’ve always understood… Read More »The opportunity cost of being tired
Seth Godin on finding a COO and letting go of your organisation (1 of 2)
When I was building my company I believed that one-day I’d hire enough people that they could take care of themselves. Because if you hire… Read More »Seth Godin on finding a COO and letting go of your organisation (1 of 2)
Recommendation: Jason Williscroft on how to run an event that doesn’t suck
Williscroft outlines his process for running a good quality (online) event or meetup, giving detailed examples and explaining his reasoning. Sample below. Recommended. I’m a… Read More »Recommendation: Jason Williscroft on how to run an event that doesn’t suck
Recommendation: The Manager Tools Trinity
I’ve found the “Basics” series of podcasts from Manager Tools really helpful. You might too. I’ve got to the end of the episodes on Feedback… Read More »Recommendation: The Manager Tools Trinity