Encourage Risk-Taking to Bolster Team Building Success
Risk is defined as a ‘situation involving exposure to danger or failure.’ So when you mention the word, risk, several emotions come to mind such as: Fear Failure Stress Anxiety But without the element of risk, there would be no new discoveries, innovation, or progress – especially in the world of business. Without risk, organizations […]
Team Building Activities Re-engage a Disengaged Workforce
Business coaches and consultants with team building expertise have their work cut out for them in today’s corporate culture. 70% of American employees aren’t working to their full potential and they’re slowing economic growth. According to Gallup’s State of the American Workplace: 2010-2012 report: out of the 70% disengaged employees – another 18% are actively disengaged. […]
Workforce Performance Insights That Improve Team Work and Employee Productivity
Recently, Evolv, a software company with a mission to redefine workforce management through science released a workforce performance insights report with some stunning insights. First U.S. businesses lose $350 billion dollars annually from low employee productivity and attrition. Second, tracking workforce productivity focused on what makes employees successful can help leaders realize a […]
Copyright Infringement Is A Big Risk for Executives
Is it OK to glean information off the internet to share with employees in your company. According to a recent study by the Copyright Clearance Center, Inc. (CCC), a not-for-profit organization creating global licensing and content solutions that make copyright work for everyone, the answer gives rise to concern. CCC recently announced key findings from […]
Sales Presentations that Win Clients for the Long Term
On the constant hunt for clients? Do you wrap up a project with one client just to find yourself scrambling to find the next one? Can you even get past the initial client interview process to win the project? If you are a business consultant, team developer, or facilitator, these questions have haunted you at […]
Kent Evan’s Pie in the Sky for the 4th of July Team Win
Deanna Wharwood gave me the great pleasure to speak on her radio program for Military personnel and their family members who are integrating back into civilian life. So, when a friend told me about the Massive Care Package for U.S. Troops that has been recognized by Guinness Book of World Records for the largest pizza […]
How To Hire The Right Person For Your Team
How do you know you are hiring the right person for your team? This is the $1,000 question for leaders looking to attract and retain the best employees as companies spark into new growth cycles. Klaus Kocott, Klaus Kokott, Partner at Kokott, Wood & Associates, Inc., goes into detail on how to hire for fit […]
Equal Opportuity Screams Ahead As The Rubber Meets the Road
You hire the very best individuals for the team, right? That sentence use to be delivered with a wink and a nod in the back room of private social and networking clubs. Everyone knew that there were ways to keep “those” people out of the running for senior positions. I’ve sat back with a jaded […]
Long-Range Planning Benchmark Study Exposes Gaps in Processes, Technology and Data
Few organizations excel at selecting and managing initiatives and capital projects, according to a new Long-Range Planning Benchmark Research Report. Conducted by Ventana Research and sponsored by Planview® and Financial Executives Research Foundation (FERF). This is good news for Team Development Consultants, Trainers and Facilitators. The study surveyed 289 global long-range planning professionals across various […]
Is Investing More In Talent With No Clear Workforce Development Plan Money Down the Toilet?
Talent is the key to success in today’s global economy, but as organizations increase their investment in human capital many of them question whether it is paying off. Does this mean there is real opportunity for Team Development Consultants who specialize in workforce development planning? Very possibly. According to Mercer’s new Talent Barometer Survey, 60% […]