While even the word ‘negotiation’ can evoke fear, stress and anxiety for many, the intent is quite simple: to discuss and ultimately agree on a deal. Whether it’s a multimillion dollar contract or just deciding where to meet for lunch, life is rife with negotiations. And, the negotiation process is a lot like a chess […]
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Some people and organizations go to great extremes to place spins, rationalize or save face. Often, sweeping generalizations involve making far-fetched excuses or scapegoating someone else. Criticizing others may be cloaked as a subtle or even polite dialog. Yet, behind these often-voiced expressions lie fallacies in reasoning, the wrong facts, jealousy, animosity, personal self-defeat or […]
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Question: I was just promoted into a role where I now supervise other people for the first time, so what do I have to keep in mind? StrategyDriven Response: (by Roxi Hewertson, StrategyDriven Principal Contributor) The basics of leading well have not changed since the beginning of human time, and are not likely to do […]
Anxiety is high among organizational leaders that as vital as a new generation of leaders is, many do not feel ready to promote talent. In a recent survey by Korn Ferry, only 39 percent of those surveyed believed their organizations had the right talent to succeed in today’s changing global environment. One third did not […]
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In our global market place we are now conducting business with people we have not and may never meet. That means that now more than ever, being able to communicate in a clear and professional manner on the phone is critical to success in today’s business world. However, strong telephone communication is more complicated than […]
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We often spend more than a third of each day at the office. That’s a lot of time to often be sitting at a desk or in front of a computer. It’s to our advantage to make those hours more active not only for our health, but for our professional life, too. Even simple activities […]
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With nearly half of all interviews for technology-related jobs being conducted remotely, job seekers should prepare for them just as they would for an in-person interview at the company’s own offices. More companies are conducting interviews with job candidates via phone, Skype or video conference, especially for first interviews where a hiring manager is simply […]
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Question: My boss wants a strategic plan next month. It’s a really short window and I don’t know where to start. Any ideas? StrategyDriven Response: (by Roxi Hewertson, StrategyDriven Principal Contributor) Just saying the words, “We need a strategic plan,” often elicits a groan and eye rolls. This is the response because most strategic plans […]
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We just had the first live TV musical play extravaganza on television after a 50-year hiatus. The production was The Sound of Music, starring Carrie Underwood. This TV special got a lot of attention because it was unique live, just like opening night of the Broadway show on which it was based. Truth is that […]
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Question: What can I do about people who tell me they support my vision but I’ve heard through the grapevine that they are sabotaging me? StrategyDriven Response: (by Roxi Hewertson, StrategyDriven Principal Contributor) These people are most likely, what I call ‘Termites.’ The term fits them well because they manage to smile and slide their […]
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The 7 Most Common Negotiating Mistakes
/in Management & Leadership, Practices for Professionals/by Eldonna Lewis-FernandezWhile even the word ‘negotiation’ can evoke fear, stress and anxiety for many, the intent is quite simple: to discuss and ultimately agree on a deal. Whether it’s a multimillion dollar contract or just deciding where to meet for lunch, life is rife with negotiations. And, the negotiation process is a lot like a chess […]
The Big Picture of Business – Biggest Excuses They Use… and You Should Avoid: Rationales and Reasons Why Businesses Fail
/in Practices for Professionals/by Hank MooreSome people and organizations go to great extremes to place spins, rationalize or save face. Often, sweeping generalizations involve making far-fetched excuses or scapegoating someone else. Criticizing others may be cloaked as a subtle or even polite dialog. Yet, behind these often-voiced expressions lie fallacies in reasoning, the wrong facts, jealousy, animosity, personal self-defeat or […]
The Advisor’s Corner – Leadership 101: 7 Key Reminders
/in Practices for Professionals, The Advisor's Corner/by Roxi HewertsonQuestion: I was just promoted into a role where I now supervise other people for the first time, so what do I have to keep in mind? StrategyDriven Response: (by Roxi Hewertson, StrategyDriven Principal Contributor) The basics of leading well have not changed since the beginning of human time, and are not likely to do […]
Do you have the next generation of leaders you need?
/in Management & Leadership, Succession & Succession Planning, Talent Management/by Andrés TapiaAnxiety is high among organizational leaders that as vital as a new generation of leaders is, many do not feel ready to promote talent. In a recent survey by Korn Ferry, only 39 percent of those surveyed believed their organizations had the right talent to succeed in today’s changing global environment. One third did not […]
Telephone Communication: Make an Impression!
/in Business Communications, Practices for Professionals/by Jayne LatzIn our global market place we are now conducting business with people we have not and may never meet. That means that now more than ever, being able to communicate in a clear and professional manner on the phone is critical to success in today’s business world. However, strong telephone communication is more complicated than […]
7 Ways to Build Muscle and Teamwork in the Office
/in Corporate Cultures, Management & Leadership/by Shana SchneiderWe often spend more than a third of each day at the office. That’s a lot of time to often be sitting at a desk or in front of a computer. It’s to our advantage to make those hours more active not only for our health, but for our professional life, too. Even simple activities […]
Treat Job Interviews on the Phone, Via Skype or Video Conference as You Would In Person
/in Practices for Professionals/by Kathy HarrisWith nearly half of all interviews for technology-related jobs being conducted remotely, job seekers should prepare for them just as they would for an in-person interview at the company’s own offices. More companies are conducting interviews with job candidates via phone, Skype or video conference, especially for first interviews where a hiring manager is simply […]
The Advisor’s Corner – ‘Strategic Action’ is better than just a Plan
/in Strategic Planning, The Advisor's Corner/by Roxi HewertsonQuestion: My boss wants a strategic plan next month. It’s a really short window and I don’t know where to start. Any ideas? StrategyDriven Response: (by Roxi Hewertson, StrategyDriven Principal Contributor) Just saying the words, “We need a strategic plan,” often elicits a groan and eye rolls. This is the response because most strategic plans […]
The Big Picture of Business – Doing Your Best Work on Deadlines: Mobilizing the Energy for Best Business Success
/in Practices for Professionals/by Hank MooreWe just had the first live TV musical play extravaganza on television after a 50-year hiatus. The production was The Sound of Music, starring Carrie Underwood. This TV special got a lot of attention because it was unique live, just like opening night of the Broadway show on which it was based. Truth is that […]
The Advisor’s Corner – How do I deal with those who support me in public and sabotage me in private?
/in Practices for Professionals, The Advisor's Corner/by Roxi HewertsonQuestion: What can I do about people who tell me they support my vision but I’ve heard through the grapevine that they are sabotaging me? StrategyDriven Response: (by Roxi Hewertson, StrategyDriven Principal Contributor) These people are most likely, what I call ‘Termites.’ The term fits them well because they manage to smile and slide their […]