Has our world become exponentially more complex? Are we exhibiting change at an unprecedented rate? Some would say yes; I do not agree. My mother-in-law, who lived to almost 100, experienced and thrived with new … Read More
Accountability: Leaving Nothing Unsaid
So often my clients come to me and say, “My CFO (or CIO or team member) is not quite meeting my expectations.” They continue, explaining how the CFO is a great person who’s been with … Read More
When Directors are Split on an Issue
A few years ago, I was asked to assist a board of directors to resolve what they considered an intractable issue…
What Happened to Shared Accountability?
Is the goal to bankrupt Bayer? Or to sanitize sport? The Monsanto Roundup lawsuits and the recent move to remove obstacles from mountain biking pathways leads me to question, what happened to shared accountability?
Free Your Mind
I am in Edmonton celebrating the birth of our latest grandchild, baby cuddling, and jumping on the trampoline and other fun activities with his 3-year-old brother. Edmonton Public Library (EPL) provides a free book and … Read More
Free Ice Cream!
As I was driving north of downtown this morning, I spotted a sign, “Free Ice Cream for all children during Stampede.” I was unable to stop but it reminded me of a brilliant marketing, revenue-generating and brand-building example.
Leading Organizational Change
Most mergers and acquisitions fail to deliver the expected return on investment. Large capital projects and new systems do not always deliver promised productivity improvements or a better user experience. In spite of this, companies … Read More
A Personalized Retirement Experience
Retirement can be both wonderfully fulfilling and incredibly challenging. Often, one’s identity is tied to their work but as well, they may be accustomed to a rapid pace of activity and external demands. Being needed is vital to our self-worth.
Grocery Stores Are Not Warehouses
While grocery stores house some non-perishable items to accommodate full shelves, for the most part, the just-in-time inventory practices of the 1980s provide greater efficiency…