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Onboarding Lessons from the Pack
My wife says that she has a black heart, but I have never believed it. When she cares, she cares deeply, and almost nothing will dissuade her from her resolve. A case in point is our pack of dogs, which I call the dog pack from the island of misfit toys—each of our dogs is “unique,” with most having some form…
Read MoreTransitioning from Waterfall to Agile – Realizing the Benefits for Organizations
Summary Why move from Waterfall to Agile? The landscape of project management and software development has undergone significant transformation with the advent of Agile methodologies. While the Waterfall model served as a cornerstone for many projects, the dynamic nature of today’s business environment often requires a more adaptive and responsive approach. This post aims to…
Read MoreThe Biggest Difference Between Results and Being a Loser
The undeniable truth? We are born, live and die losing. Yes, I could have stated it more gently, but that is the truth…we lose. We lose physical competitions, we lose spelling bees, we lose debates, we lose business deals, we lose out on accomplishing goals, we lose at relationships, heck, just about everyone I know…
Read MoreUsing the PERT Formula in Project Management to Accurately Measure the Length of Tasks
Accurately Measuring the Length of Tasks in Project Management Using the PERT Formula Project management often involves a series of tasks, each with its own set of uncertainties. Estimating the duration of these tasks can be challenging, especially when there are many unknown factors. One of the most reliable techniques to address this challenge is…
Read MoreApplying SMART Goals to Improve Your Putting: A Project Management Approach
Golfer? Struggling with your short game? Take a look at your game through the lens of a project manager! I want to talk to you about the intersection of project management and the art of putting. You may not realize this, but everything is a project, no matter how small or large the task. This…
Read MoreThe Best Continuous Improvement Tools for your Business
Organizational health-the adaptive, self-renewing capacity of an organization built upon aligned management practices, employee engagement, and a robust culture-is an indispensable element of a thriving company. Like a medical checkup, an organizational health assessment is a proactive approach to ensure the well-being of your business. Here’s why these assessments are vital to a company’s success.…
Read MoreComparing the Mckinsey Organizational Health Index to Arrowhead’s Organizational Health Assessment
Comparing the Mckinsey Organizational Health Index to Arrowhead’s Organizational Health Assessment Organizational health is a critical factor for long-term performance. It represents an organization’s ability to align around and achieve strategic goals. Two notable tools that aim to measure and improve organizational health are the McKinsey Organizational Health Index (OHI) and Arrowhead’s Organizational Health Assessment…
Read MoreSix Examples of how an Organizational Health Assessment Improved Business Success
Organizational health-the adaptive, self-renewing capacity of an organization built upon aligned management practices, employee engagement, and a robust culture-is an indispensable element of a thriving company. Like a medical checkup, an organizational health assessment is a proactive approach to ensure the well-being of your business. Here’s why these assessments are vital to a company’s success.…
Read MoreWhat is an Organizational Health Assessment?
Just as we go for regular health check-ups to maintain our well-being, organizations too need to conduct health assessments to ensure their prosperity and longevity. A healthy organization is characterized by happy and productive employees, satisfied and loyal customers, and financial performance that meets or surpasses industry benchmarks. In fact, research from McKinsey reveals that…
Read MoreHow to protect intellectual property?
Intellectual property (IP) plays a crucial role in the world of innovation, serving as the cornerstone of any venture that depends on unique concepts or designs. Whether your arena is tech startups, writing, music, or any other field that involves creation and innovation, protecting your intellectual property can be a decisive factor in your success…
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