Managing Change

Executing on a Strategic Plan is an area where even the best companies lose focus, mostly because they don’t have solid methods and processes to achieve results. The goal is for processes to run smoothly, with a clear focus and without drama in order to drive your business to industry-leading profitability. Even with the right […]

This is the first in a series of 5 posts on Antifragility as a method for creating success beyond what you thought was possible especially as you move through this time of challenge and opportunity. For several years now there has been a movement toward resilience in the workplace to deal with the many stresses […]

The first Antifragility blog outlined an introduction to Open vs. Fixed Mindset and to  behaviors with an overriding view that Stress is a strength builder and that Stress can be invited as an opportunity rather than something to avoid. We encourage you to read the entire series on Antifragility to set up a schedule of […]

Antifragility—#5 — Seek Criticism In previous articles we have introduced the concept of Antifragility with an overall look at Mindset and the power of Mindset Growth Mindset vs. Fixed Mindset When we commit to  a Growth Mindset we are committing to Learning as a central goal in every situation.  The learning means that we know […]

Antifragility—Difficult Conversations   Welcome to #4 of the Series on Antifragility Difficult Conversations   Previously we discussed the Mindset of Antifragility which is basic to changing behavior.  The Antifragility Mindset is  Open as Opposed to  Fixed. (link for first antifragility article)   The 4 Behavior Habits that build and assist Antifragility are The Pause Daily […]

The first Antifragility blog outlined an introduction to Mindset and behavior with an overriding view that Stress is a strength builder and that stress can be invited as an opportunity rather than something to avoid. As we move forward into a new paradigm in business and life we want to develop some new patterns that […]

The shift to working from home has posed new challenges to workers stemming from lack of motivation, to being overworked and overwhelmed. Many people are juggling their workload with parenting. Some are lonely. Others might be depressed. And some may find it hard to stay motivated or self-govern. Organizations have been scrambling to maintain structure, […]

Have you ever felt that your job would be great, even easier, if only you were working with the right people? “Good to Great” author Jim Collins feels that People are the most critical of the Rockefeller Four Decisions as a means to successfully grow a business. Collins said, “First who, then what.” The results […]

As an organization grows, so do the complexities of running it. In order to handle growth successfully you must first understand and master the typical barriers that can inhibit growth: ineffective leadership; lack of or ineffective infrastructure; and poor understanding of the dynamics in your market. Today’s post focuses on the leadership barrier because “as […]