• Lean Quote: The Goose Story Teaches Lessons in Teamwork

    Lean Quote: The Goose Story Teaches Lessons in Teamwork0

    On Fridays I will post a Lean related Quote. Throughout our lifetimes many people touch our lives and leave us with words of wisdom. These can both be a source of new learning and also a point to pause and reflect upon lessons we have learned. Within Lean active learning is an important aspect on

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  • Unlock the Power of Teamwork

    Unlock the Power of Teamwork0

    Have you ever seen a team fall apart because of bickering, infighting, or a failure of accountability? Not only is it frustrating to watch, it’s also incredibly disheartening. Patrick Lencioni, author of The Five Dysfunctions of a Team, defines “Teamwork is the state achieved by a group of people working together who trust one another,

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  • 10 Qualities of Strong and Successful Teams

    10 Qualities of Strong and Successful Teams0

    Teamwork is the often underestimated tool that drives every successful business. Without a well-managed team, a company might not meet its full potential. Each person on your team has the ability to bring their unique skills and talent to the table, but teamwork is required to truly take advantage of that. Putting your employees into

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  • 5 Ways to Build a Strong Team

    5 Ways to Build a Strong Team0

    When I first became a manager, I really struggled with figuring out the best way to develop my team. I was so used to doing it all myself, that I didn’t realize that I had to unlearn a few of the practices that had gotten me to management level. I soon realized that as a

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  • Effective Meetings Should Have a PAIR

    Effective Meetings Should Have a PAIR0

    If I told you that only 50% of meeting time is used effectively, would you believe me? (Don’t answer. I can hear you nodding from here.) There’s evidence that virtual meetings score even lower. And not only are pointless meetings annoying, but they are also a drain on your revenue: two hours per week spent in pointless meetings

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  • 7 Ways to Inspire Your Team for Peak Performance

    7 Ways to Inspire Your Team for Peak Performance0

    In order to achieve great results, you should be constantly thinking about how you can motivate and inspire your team. The ultimate throttle on the growth of a company is the people so keep raising their inspiration and motivation levels. This will ensure a happy energized team always delivering great output. Here are some ideas

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