Few items raise more concerns (complaints?) than the subject of meetings. Small or large, routine, or ad hoc, brief, or multi-day, meetings in organizations are known to be an unavoidable evil. We can do better. While there are helpful books on the subject...
I read with great interest the story of Saks’ acquisition of both Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman. These three fierce competitors in the luxury department store arena came together less than two years ago with the hope of...
For a primer on developing an effective mission statement, download the digital version of “Understanding & Implementing Strategy & Planning” here. It can be argued that many industries are challenged by a rapidly changing and uncertain operating...
In his most recent report on the current state of the industry, preeminent economist Andy Paparozzi highlights major concerns and priorities for printing company owners and executives for the coming year. Top concerns are centered on increasing sales, controlling...
In their seminal report on “the future of work”, the Gallup organization published the results of their global study in a book titled “It’s the Manager”. In the subtitle, they make this observation: “The quality of managers and team leaders is the single biggest...
To get started, download my free eBook, ”Understanding and Implementing Strategy & Planning” Ok, so strategic planning may not sound like the most glamorous thing to do, especially now with the considerable pressure business owners are under to perform in a...