Many ideas grow better when transplanted into another mind than the one where they sprang up. —Oliver Wendell Holmes On Today's Episode: What collaborative leadership means Moving away from knowledge hoarding Collaborative leadership needs to be present at all levels Collaboration does not equal consensus Last week, Carla and I talked about micromanaging and how that can hurt an organization. This week, we dive into its opposite: collaborative leadership, which is the … [Read more...]
169: How to Utilize Analytics to Power Business
The goal is to turn data into information, and information into insight. —Carly Fiorina On Today’s Episode: Carla and Ron talk about using data and analytics to drive business. Using data to a point where your business is thriving. The importance of relying on analytics, not serendipity. How Ron found out early in his career that data can convey a strategic advantage. Understanding what exactly the numbers tell you. It's important that obtain methods to measure key … [Read more...]
168: Knowledge Sharing: 3 Ways to Get Communication to Soar
An investment in knowledge always pays the best interest. —Benjamin Franklin On Today’s Episode: Ron and Carla discuss knowledge sharing and communication. Ron's rubber bucket simile for communication. How you can increase productivity. Three ways that Southwest Michigan First drives team sharing: Open office concept leads to more face-to-face conversations; Various forms of digital in-office communication; Team updates at scrum. What you can do to … [Read more...]
167: How to Write a Book: 5 Simple Steps
When writers die they become books, which is, after all, not too bad an incarnation. —Jorge Luis Borges On Today’s Episode: Ron talks with Chad Allen, author coach extraordinaire The 5 steps to writing a book Pros and cons of traditional publishing and self-publishing The importance of “book camp” Chad’s gift to our listeners: Success trail map (text PUBLISH to 444999) How an agent adds value Chad has been a tremendous help and wonderful friend through my current … [Read more...]
166: Future of the Different Generations in the Workplace
Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much. ―Helen Keller On Today’s Episode: Keynote from Von Washington, Jr., Executive Director of Community Relations at The Kalamazoo Promise The impact of generational turnover Myths and stereotypes about each generation in the workforce What all generations have in common How important authenticity and vulnerability are Chasing culture If Von's voice sounds familiar to you, you're correct; Von is our voice-over … [Read more...]
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