So do you play “second fiddle”? – Part 2
Business leaders work best with second fiddles who have a deep inner strength and confidence and who feel secure in their position. Second fiddles are much appreciated!
Chuck Violand
Should “second fiddles” be ashamed of their position? – Part 1
The “second fiddle” title conjures up images of being second rate, living in the shadow of the one in first place, or riding someone else’s coattails. Is that fair… ?
Escaping Groundhog Day Management – Part VIII
When we fail to hold ourselves accountable, we turn to blaming outside forces for our situation. And yes, blaming others is when we unknowingly commit ourselves to our very own Groundhog Day.
Escaping Groundhog Day Management – Part VII (Discipline)
We’ve discussed the first two sub-categories of discipline: 1) The ability to execute and 2) to hold yourself accountable. Now let’s finish up with this last characteristic – the ability to get out of our own way!
Escaping Groundhog Day Management – Part VI (Discipline)
When we realize how little we can accomplish on our own and recognize the tremendous contributions others have made to our success, it’s easier to move beyond a “me” focus.
Escaping Groundhog Day Management – Part V (Discipline)
True leadership requires Discipline. Chuck breaks down what this means and how the cleaning and restoration executive can apply this vital characteristic.
Escaping Groundhog Day Management – Part IV (Focus)
Owners that constantly change direction and don’t follow through on any of the plans get the company in trouble.
Escaping Groundhog Day Management – Part III (Focus)
The starting point to gain focus in your business today is to have a crystal clear vision of where your company is headed tomorrow. The vision I’m talking about doesn’t have to be fancy and it doesn’t have to be framed and hung on a wall.
Escaping Groundhog Day Management – Part II (Focus)
In today’s business environment it’s hard to focus on business objectives that extend beyond the next twelve months. However this FOCUS is not optional …
Escaping Groundhog Day Management – Part I
Groundhog Day is a funny movie worth watching, but I must admit it would seem even funnier if it didn’t sound so much like life inside some small businesses
So are you being hurt by “Business Barnacles”?
Barnacle behavior can easily infect business owners just as it can with employees. Chuck shares an example from his personal experience.
Alignment and Execution – Part 3
Chuck illustrates the importance of Alignment and Excecution with real world examples.
Alignment and Execution – Part 2
“Alignment” and “Execution”. How do these two terms relate to your cleaning or restoration business?
Alignment and Execution: Are you an “aligned” gazelle? (Part 1)
To succeed in business you don’t have to be the best at what you do, have the fanciest advertising or even have to be faster than your competition. What do you need then … ?
Are your managers trapped in the middle? – Part 2
Each employee in any organization can have only one boss . In start-up companies or very small businesses that line of authority is pretty clear – but as the business grows (and managers or supervisors are added) those lines can quickly become blurred.