Much of management today emphasizes consistency and predictability. Mottos like, “consistency is key” sprouted into existence as machines and processes were expected to produce steady and stable results. In Yellowstone National Park, people flock to Old Faithful Geyser. It’s predictable. And people like it. One hundred years ago, the three largest business sectors in America … Continue reading Leadership Coherence
Burnout, when unresolved issues produce exhaustion, despondency, or cynicism, remains a constant issue across all professions. The individual and organizational costs of this must be staggering. US News found that some of the fields with the highest stress include medicine (from surgeons to paramedics), police officers, IT managers, financial analysts, psychologists and social workers, and … Continue reading Burnout
Much of consumer branding is about granting permission to your customers. When we exchange resources, we have to let go of one resource to get another, usually time or money. Consumers like to know that they have permission. Let’s use a consumer product of beer as an example. There are any number of analyses of beer … Continue reading Permission in Leadership