Do you like grappling with issues constantly? That is unlikely, and it's a very rare person who does. Ending them quickly is what I prefer. But, you really can't deal with most obstacles in this fashion.
Many are best handled in more subtle ways using some finesse. I recall that my dad remarked to me, “If I can’t go through an issue, I try to sneak around the problem, and if I can’t go around it, I try to get under it, and if I can’t get under it, I try to go above it, and if I can’t go over it, I just attack it."
I favored and used my father's advice for my entire business career.
Let me show you how to put this useful advice into day to day applicable.
Initially, find out if the roadblock can be forgotten. A very high percentage (perhaps as much as 80%) can be dealt with in that fashion.
It is the last 20% that will require your energy.
Use the initial thought that comes to your mind initially.
Always try that before you use brute force. In summary, it can be stated in one sentence:
If you can’t get over, under, or around the trouble, stand up to it aggressively.
That said, facing issues up front is not pleasant.
However, out of trouble come wonderful opportunities.
President Jefferson had a very similar thought concerning the major issues he faced. Our president advised, “Always take hold of things by the smooth handle."
All of this is really about the same general idea. You don't need very many resources either. You'll need to assemble 3 specific items only. Paper, a pencil and a chair.
Initially write down quick and fast as you can all the obvious remedies.
The next step is to make another list of thoughts. Generally, the second list will be shorter than the first. This is because you'll be focusing on the best solutions only. Nonetheless, try to find a couple of good ideas. Plus, this second list could take some time.
Then, pick the best one. After that compile the strengths and weaknesses of the best solution. Make two columns. One for strengths and the other for the weaknesses. You are trying to determine the level of quality of the idea you picked.
This is about a 10 minute overall program.
As time goes on your effectiveness will also get better.
There are lots of organizations, but few bosses have a truly special business. We have created a management short course addressing another side of the need to convert problems into opportunities. Examine your own company results. If you're down-hearted with its current level of sales and cash flow, there is a solution. We have the proven track record that demonstrates our ability to convert ordinary businesses to remarkably successful businesses. You owe it to yourself and to your company to obtain the online management training you have been after.
Monday, August 1, 2011
Sunday, July 17, 2011
Outstanding Techniques About Leadership
A few days ago I heard from the student body president of a local high school. He was an impressive young man who, in addition to his academic prowess, was also a community citizen. He talked about a middle school or with whom he was coaching.
Apparently he made a major impact on the young man. He said it was news to him that he had made any impression on this young person at all. He had not really even noticed him.
Perhaps you've been in a similar spot in your life. A person in an authority position like that is in the right spot to make an impression.
When someone is viewed as an authority figure they generally also are viewed as a leader. Frequently, do give people in positions of power and authority a nod when it comes to leadership. And, followers will be influenced by the leader's behavior.
Supervisors are typically in this position. The businesses organizational chart will indicate their leadership role. Here's a couple of points about that phenomenon. There was no business situation in the story this young man was telling.
It was not anything formal. The younger person simply looked up to the older person because of his status. The same situation could apply to many people. People in roles like an aunt or an uncle.
All leaders affect others. It really doesn't matter what their path to leader was. Everybody that works for somebody will automatically check out their supervisors attitudes and feelings every day. Whichever way the boss is going, that's the way the employees are going to go.
All leaders have to recognize this. If you're a leader you've got to be aware of the impact you're making on others. If you're in a good mood it's very likely you'll notice that all your subordinates are in a good mood too. On the other hand, if you’re down and not feeling good, that mood will directly impact the performance, attitudes and behavior of the same people.
That is certainly not what you want.
This is a very good reason why you want to know a leader's attributes well. Any little thing you do will be compounded by your team.
This means, of course, you can dramatically improve results by maintaining a positive attitude.
Even if you don't understand this relationship the impact will still be there. Others will respond to the leader’s behavior whether or not the leader understands the impact she’s making.
A very important point is, don't stick around if you don't feel good. The best thing to do is to leave if you don't have good. Always be upbeat. If you can't be then don't stick around.
You want to continue taking online management training programs and as many management short courses you can. Your goal is to continue getting to the next level of personal productivity.
Apparently he made a major impact on the young man. He said it was news to him that he had made any impression on this young person at all. He had not really even noticed him.
Perhaps you've been in a similar spot in your life. A person in an authority position like that is in the right spot to make an impression.
When someone is viewed as an authority figure they generally also are viewed as a leader. Frequently, do give people in positions of power and authority a nod when it comes to leadership. And, followers will be influenced by the leader's behavior.
Supervisors are typically in this position. The businesses organizational chart will indicate their leadership role. Here's a couple of points about that phenomenon. There was no business situation in the story this young man was telling.
It was not anything formal. The younger person simply looked up to the older person because of his status. The same situation could apply to many people. People in roles like an aunt or an uncle.
All leaders affect others. It really doesn't matter what their path to leader was. Everybody that works for somebody will automatically check out their supervisors attitudes and feelings every day. Whichever way the boss is going, that's the way the employees are going to go.
All leaders have to recognize this. If you're a leader you've got to be aware of the impact you're making on others. If you're in a good mood it's very likely you'll notice that all your subordinates are in a good mood too. On the other hand, if you’re down and not feeling good, that mood will directly impact the performance, attitudes and behavior of the same people.
That is certainly not what you want.
This is a very good reason why you want to know a leader's attributes well. Any little thing you do will be compounded by your team.
This means, of course, you can dramatically improve results by maintaining a positive attitude.
Even if you don't understand this relationship the impact will still be there. Others will respond to the leader’s behavior whether or not the leader understands the impact she’s making.
A very important point is, don't stick around if you don't feel good. The best thing to do is to leave if you don't have good. Always be upbeat. If you can't be then don't stick around.
You want to continue taking online management training programs and as many management short courses you can. Your goal is to continue getting to the next level of personal productivity.
Monday, June 27, 2011
Managers Have To Initiate Swift Action
Dreaming is an excellent thing to do. A most productive exercise. Why? You can actually manifest outcomes for yourself. Yes but, it is not the only thing to do. It can not work wonders.
Results are only built on real action. Dreaming and manifesting will not do it. It would be nice if it were so, but it simply is not.
On top of that, it seems that many people are concerned overly much about being mistake free. Instead, many just sit and think about it.
Most likely no result will occur for these people. Even no action does have its place.
Sometimes all of our digital capabilities makes this issues even worse. It allows us to spend even more time on these “non-result" producing efforts.
Let's talk about the second world war. During it a submarine captain had to be very cautious. He had to sit, wait, plot and plan. Why? He had to make certain his sub was perfectly aimed to the target before he fired a torpedo. Long hours and days were vital for survival. His torpedo was really just a big bullet. Just like a rifle, you have to aim before firing.
In the same circumstances, you had better do the same thing. A terrific illustration of this is in this management short course.
A modern torpedo is not that way. It can be guided.
This a very good thing. Now, the captain can almost fire and forget. He does not need to be extra careful about aiming before he fires. No time available for planning.
The captain must fire quickly and guide the missile afterwards. His inaction can spell doom. He must act now.
Think about the difference. In WW2 the captain had to wait. Now, he has to act. The environment dictates the difference. Why? If he fired too soon, he would likely miss and expend his resources in a futile cause.
Today's captain has exactly the opposite situation. He must fire now. What caused this big turn-around? If he takes the time to think, plan and study, he is likely to lose his ship and all the crew to the enemy.
In business today, far too many are stuck using WW2 methods. Today's business people don't see the danger of procrastination.
Today we live in a much faster world. Like the moderm sub captain. Thankfully not actually live threatening, but dangerous nonetheless. Of course, it will not cost you your life, but it could cost the business's life.
You have to act. Your delay can be costly. So, act and adjust while underway. No time to plan.
I find myself in a discussion about this whole thing a lot. I recently had a conversation on point. She had an employee not taking any forward steps. She complained about too much "getting ready." It seems this very bright person did not seem to get anything meaningful done. Everything was always on hold.
I remembered a story and told here about a young deer hunter. He failed to get a deer. Instead he brought home a little tiny rabbit. He never saw a deer. So, he shot a rabbit.
The family had dinner instead of an excuse about no deers in sight.
Too many people would bring home a story. And, you can not eat drama!
Results are only built on real action. Dreaming and manifesting will not do it. It would be nice if it were so, but it simply is not.
On top of that, it seems that many people are concerned overly much about being mistake free. Instead, many just sit and think about it.
Most likely no result will occur for these people. Even no action does have its place.
Sometimes all of our digital capabilities makes this issues even worse. It allows us to spend even more time on these “non-result" producing efforts.
Let's talk about the second world war. During it a submarine captain had to be very cautious. He had to sit, wait, plot and plan. Why? He had to make certain his sub was perfectly aimed to the target before he fired a torpedo. Long hours and days were vital for survival. His torpedo was really just a big bullet. Just like a rifle, you have to aim before firing.
In the same circumstances, you had better do the same thing. A terrific illustration of this is in this management short course.
A modern torpedo is not that way. It can be guided.
This a very good thing. Now, the captain can almost fire and forget. He does not need to be extra careful about aiming before he fires. No time available for planning.
The captain must fire quickly and guide the missile afterwards. His inaction can spell doom. He must act now.
Think about the difference. In WW2 the captain had to wait. Now, he has to act. The environment dictates the difference. Why? If he fired too soon, he would likely miss and expend his resources in a futile cause.
Today's captain has exactly the opposite situation. He must fire now. What caused this big turn-around? If he takes the time to think, plan and study, he is likely to lose his ship and all the crew to the enemy.
In business today, far too many are stuck using WW2 methods. Today's business people don't see the danger of procrastination.
Today we live in a much faster world. Like the moderm sub captain. Thankfully not actually live threatening, but dangerous nonetheless. Of course, it will not cost you your life, but it could cost the business's life.
You have to act. Your delay can be costly. So, act and adjust while underway. No time to plan.
I find myself in a discussion about this whole thing a lot. I recently had a conversation on point. She had an employee not taking any forward steps. She complained about too much "getting ready." It seems this very bright person did not seem to get anything meaningful done. Everything was always on hold.
I remembered a story and told here about a young deer hunter. He failed to get a deer. Instead he brought home a little tiny rabbit. He never saw a deer. So, he shot a rabbit.
The family had dinner instead of an excuse about no deers in sight.
Too many people would bring home a story. And, you can not eat drama!
Saturday, June 25, 2011
Ongoing Learning
"When you are green you are growing, but when you are ripe you are starting to rot." That was one of the many quotes of Ray Kroc, the MacDonald's chain founder. I believe it totally. It is a natural law of the universe.
Only he know what he was refering to for sure. For me, it means you have to keep learning, keep experiencing new things and continually use your imagination. Healthy mental growth is a must. We need to keep feeding it. Like most things in nature. Lack of use means the end is nearby.
A simple concept to accept really.
Kids know the value of this idea. They all soak up new information and new experiences. Actually, it does not have to be new. They will go over the same stuff day after day. Never tiring of it. They love the mental stimulation. That's why they go over and over the same material. Many understand it totally first-time, but that does not stop them repeating it. They're a perfect example of being “green” and growing.
Receiving new input or material on a new topic does contribute to mental growth. That's a wonderful place to begin this new journey. This exposure to new material is an excellent catalyst for growth. It’s addictive to many.
Use a young person as your role model for this exercise.
You really want to be as curious as a little child about everything. Remember, you had the skill to do this at one time in your lives. It's time for you to go back to the level you enjoyed as a child.
Your mind will grow very fast as you learn new information and become exposed to new material. It is very healthy to be in this learning environment. This is the result you want to achieve.
Become a continuous learner right away. There is excellent online management training to help.
Let's discuss a couple of additional issues.
The first one is learning something new and exciting, but not taking any action with this new knowledge. It is a variation of an issue I have written about before. A small problem gets very big when no action is taken.
It's a big issue when we think we know "everything there is to know" about a topic. This is a very big problem for so-called experts or gurus. These can be the craftsperson at the top of their trade or a senior manager in an organization. Some trade associations try to fix this. Many of them have minimum numbers of educational hours every year. This additional education is designed to keep people from getting stale.
You could end up being in this “I know it already” predicament.
So what's a great way to know if you are vulnerable? If you ever find yourself verbalizing, “I know all about that”, that's a hint. This is a great limitation that's self-inflicted.
Take some time to think about how you respond in certain circumstances. For example, if someone starts to tell you about something and you interrupt saying, “Yep, I know.” Generally you'll cut off any more input. You have stopped communications.
Or, you will say "I know" or "I have heard this all before" in your mind and stop listening.
I like to think of myself is a perpetual student Many people think of me as being an expert in my fields of business development and management training. I think that's great they feel that way, but I prefer to think myself a student. I focus on attending any educational than I can. Whenever possible I seek out and talk to others in my field.
Hopefully, you'll find yourself adopting a similar approach to the one I take.
Don't sit around too long. Stretch your mind. Find a big issue. Click on this great article. It will help you out in your quest to stretch your mind.
Only he know what he was refering to for sure. For me, it means you have to keep learning, keep experiencing new things and continually use your imagination. Healthy mental growth is a must. We need to keep feeding it. Like most things in nature. Lack of use means the end is nearby.
A simple concept to accept really.
Kids know the value of this idea. They all soak up new information and new experiences. Actually, it does not have to be new. They will go over the same stuff day after day. Never tiring of it. They love the mental stimulation. That's why they go over and over the same material. Many understand it totally first-time, but that does not stop them repeating it. They're a perfect example of being “green” and growing.
Receiving new input or material on a new topic does contribute to mental growth. That's a wonderful place to begin this new journey. This exposure to new material is an excellent catalyst for growth. It’s addictive to many.
Use a young person as your role model for this exercise.
You really want to be as curious as a little child about everything. Remember, you had the skill to do this at one time in your lives. It's time for you to go back to the level you enjoyed as a child.
Your mind will grow very fast as you learn new information and become exposed to new material. It is very healthy to be in this learning environment. This is the result you want to achieve.
Become a continuous learner right away. There is excellent online management training to help.
Let's discuss a couple of additional issues.
The first one is learning something new and exciting, but not taking any action with this new knowledge. It is a variation of an issue I have written about before. A small problem gets very big when no action is taken.
It's a big issue when we think we know "everything there is to know" about a topic. This is a very big problem for so-called experts or gurus. These can be the craftsperson at the top of their trade or a senior manager in an organization. Some trade associations try to fix this. Many of them have minimum numbers of educational hours every year. This additional education is designed to keep people from getting stale.
You could end up being in this “I know it already” predicament.
So what's a great way to know if you are vulnerable? If you ever find yourself verbalizing, “I know all about that”, that's a hint. This is a great limitation that's self-inflicted.
Take some time to think about how you respond in certain circumstances. For example, if someone starts to tell you about something and you interrupt saying, “Yep, I know.” Generally you'll cut off any more input. You have stopped communications.
Or, you will say "I know" or "I have heard this all before" in your mind and stop listening.
I like to think of myself is a perpetual student Many people think of me as being an expert in my fields of business development and management training. I think that's great they feel that way, but I prefer to think myself a student. I focus on attending any educational than I can. Whenever possible I seek out and talk to others in my field.
Hopefully, you'll find yourself adopting a similar approach to the one I take.
Don't sit around too long. Stretch your mind. Find a big issue. Click on this great article. It will help you out in your quest to stretch your mind.
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