From my associate, Janice Giannini. I sat with a group of folks on Sunday, December 31, 2023, discussing their New Year’s Resolutions. As I ponder that conversation, my biggest question is why people do this. How did this tradition get … Read More
From my associate Grant Tate. Succession planning is a big concern today, especially in small and medium businesses. The older generation of owners and managers are at or near retirement but must plan adequately for their successors or train candidates … Read More
Creating training programs for “soft skills, “such as interpersonal and communication skills, leadership, teamwork, or emotional intelligence, versus “technical areas,” such as finance and budgeting, coding, machine operations, engineering design, or data analytics, often requires different approaches due to the … Read More
From my Associate Janice Giannini. Is Effective Communications! It is a profound weakness across the board, wreaking havoc across all aspects of life. A recent Quote from Axios Short Brevity illustrates this. “It has never been harder to get people … Read More
Our crack failure analysis team in Quality Engineering received the first call when a hi-tech manufacturing process started turning out defective products. They rapidly went to work, examining process data, taking measurements, assessing raw materials, asking questions about operators’ training … Read More
Starting any process improvement initiative can be challenging, and it’s not uncommon for organizations to encounter various errors and oversights. Here are ten of the biggest mistakes often made by teams in their early stages of process excellence initiatives: 1. Lack … Read More
Implementing a well-run formal construction partnering session filled with seasoned participants reveals many advantages extending far past initial perceptions. These sessions, when effectively managed, can transform the landscape of a construction project in profound ways: Fostering Enhanced Collaboration and Teamwork: … Read More
From my associate Janice Giannini. Has anyone ever heard these comments: “Do I have time for one more thing to do?” Or “Coaching helps a little, but I’m not sure it’s worth it.” And, “I’m pretty good at what I … Read More
From my associate, Grant Tate. I’ve been working with generative AI since ChatGPT was released in 2022, primarily exploring how to use the system in the practice of consulting and coaching. I’ve been coaching professionals and executives for over fifteen … Read More
Coaching colleagues or peers who don’t report to us can be a delicate endeavor, as the dynamics of authority and voluntary participation are different than in a traditional superior-subordinate relationship. Here are five practical tips for coaching in such scenarios: … Read More
