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LEADERSHIP INSIGHTS
You cannot out think a man who does not think. There is so much focus on financial capital, yet it can be forgotten that most businesses start with human capital (which is both physical and emotional capital), built on spiritual capital which then creates intellectual capital. Financial capital is a byproduct. In second generation businesses and in wealthy families, the focus can become on money; whereas the focus should be: How do we keep building and improving our physical, emotional, […]
So many times in business we work hard to learn skills, to absorb information, to reorganize and make efficient all of our systems. Yet it seems so many of us and those around us do not feel complete, fully engaged with the world, and living a great life! I am persuaded that one of the biggest reasons this is true is that we all have plans to train ourselves and others around us intellectually, yet we do not intentionally develop […]
In this week’s video blog our expert guide, Don Hadley, talks about teams and their leaders and what is necessary for them to be successful for the long term. At Applied Vision Works, we utilize many different types of material and formats for learning to make an impact during every session. When choosing these materials (videos, worksheets, activities, games, etc.) it is critical to ensure that the audience is learning and not just being entertained. Some questions to keep in […]
Early in England’s war against Napoleon (1805-1807), Sir John Moore had to engage Napoleon in Spain, who had 200,000 troops, with only 30,000 troops. Napoleon was close to dominating Spain, but Sir John drew Napoleon away from Madrid and kept Napoleon from finalizing his conquest. (Flickr – Andy Brill – from a painting by John Gilbert, engraved by A. Warren) As […]
In this week’s video blog our expert guide, Don Hadley, discusses the three powers that teams need to have true teamwork and be successful long term. These powers are: Thrill Power – the excitement team members and organizations have about the work, tasks, and goals they are trying to reach. Still Power – the overall sense of peace that what is being done is the right thing and that everyone is working together. Will Power (the most important power) – […]
In this week’s video blog our expert guide, Don Hadley, discusses the difference between control and communicating. Trying to control things more and more as your organization grows is a big mistake. A better approach is to increase communications and teaching. Teaching leaders and employees increases effectiveness. Teaching not just the details, but also the values and principles behind them as well. Three things to keep in mind when communicating and teaching: Do your leaders demonstrate the key principles and […]
In this week’s video blog our expert guide, Don Hadley, discusses the importance of leaders asking questions. Being a true team is about bringing people together that have common values and goals. It is never about who is smarter or has more experience. As Don explains, it is about interacting in a more powerful and impactful way together. Three things to keep in mind when building and engaging your team: Does your organization bring its people together as a team? […]
When working with one of our clients recently on their strategic plan, two interesting issues came up. The first was about communication. (Flickr by Occupancy Heroes) An important part of any organization’s Strategic Plan is The Communication Plan, which includes: Who needs to know about the business plan (or the “audience”) How information will be communicated Who will communicate this information How often communication will occur What the audience needs to know One of the audiences listed in this organization’s […]
In this week’s video blog our expert guide, Don Hadley, discusses the importance of leaders asking questions. (Flickr – Don Moyer) One of the most important things leaders can do is to ask questions. The key is knowing how to use questions. Asking questions does 3 things: 1) Questions clarify the future 2) Questions solidify the past 3) Questions uncover the next steps that need to be taken According to an interview with the head of White Castle Foods, their […]