In the corporate world, a simple rule exists. And, it is advantageous for leaders to keep this advice in mind when conducting business with clients and vendors.
Tactics for Managing Change
Change is inevitable in any organization. As a manager, it is not only important to provide leadership for navigating through these unsettling times but also to encourage your employees to create change themselves.
Thoughts on Managing Productivity
Every organization and manager must focus on increasing employee productivity growth. Investing in training and education and in better tools are two ways to accomplish this.
Working with Congress
Working within the Congressional system requires building relationships with both members and staffers by creating memories and helping them succeed in their roles. I share my model for lobbying with the Legislative Branch.
Control Systems for Business Optimization
When designing a system like an elevator or spaceship, engineers use control systems to ensure they work properly. I’ve found that control systems can also be used in organizations to optimize performance and resources.
Managing Cadence and Stress for Optimal Team Performance
To keep productivity high, leaders must manage the workload and stress levels of their teams. Too much work or stress leads to burnout and lower creativity and innovation.
Universities: Wrestling with the Law of Minimal Organization Growth
Universities, like corporations, must follow the laws of minimal growth to remain healthy. To mitigate excessive tuition, they must be creative to generate the necessary revenue.
Law of Minimal Growth for Organizational Health
All organizations must grow revenue by 7-10% each year to remain healthy and viable.
Time Scale Model: Frequency of Employee Interactions
As a leader, each of your team members requires some supervision, but the frequency varies from person to person. I use a time scale model to determine the optimal cadence.
Recruiting: Choosing Talent and Passion Over Job Experience
Hiring employees who will become star players in your company requires more than matching a person’s skills to a job description. It’s about finding people with talent and passion and adjusting the role to fit them.