I am a planner. Always have been. I keep a running checklist of things I need to do and my calendar is always up to date. Planning gives me a sense of control in my life, both at work and at home. I …
Harness the power of quick wins
Managing long term projects is difficult. Expectations, circumstances, resources, and priorities change constantly. Often there are so many variables outside of your control. It's easy to get …
Embrace constraints
This past year I have experienced working within constraints more than ever while working at my company’s recently acquired manufacturing plant. Two years after the acquisition and one massive …
Decide and move forward
Decisions are progress. Decisions help you and your team build momentum. It boosts morale. One of the best traits you can have as a leader is the ability to make decisions quickly. One caveat: …