SubscribeReaching Corporate goals using Business Intelligence
by Matthew Carmen, Dec 20, 2010
Noble intentions expressed in a company’s mission statement do not provide an actionable corporate strategy. But this strategy is rarely known by the “workers” who are the majority of the workforce and the operational part of the company. Business Intelligence (BI) is key to successfully aligning corporate operations with its strategy in order to achieve its goals and mission. But what exactly is BI? more…
Project Reality Check #1: The Challenge!
by Gary Monti, Dec 21, 2010
No matter which part of the world you are in, project management is always challenging or you can even say nightmarish. And the reasons for this are the same: Lack of clear requirements, Arbitrary dates / budget, inadequate resources / skill, etc. So how does a project manager get the job done? Answer is, by sticking to the simple path grounded in the 9 areas of project management. But the secret lies in completing a simple sentence that will be explored in this series: If everything were okay I would see ________________. more…
Social Media and Tribes #25: Sharing ideas gets a discount this holiday season!
by Deepika Bajaj, Dec 22, 2010
Most writers don’t make a living out of simply writing. They do it to change the world, like James Baldwin. Or because like Seth Godin believes, there is no better way to spread ideas. For Deepika, it is because of the power of sharing ideas through social media. That’s what she discovered while writing PINk and Grow RICH. She also found an aspect of “creativity” and “community” along the way. So, as a gift this holiday season, she’s taking 40% off the price on her ebook (regularly priced at $9.95,now $5.99). Gift it to as many people this holiday season…and become an agent to spread the ideas. more…
Flexible Focus #33: The Wonderful World of Flow
by William Reed, Dec 23, 2010
Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi drew the world’s attention to an ancient phenomenon which is at that core of what makes life worth living, the state of being in Flow. The state of being in Flow is associated with intense enjoyment, deep concentration, and optimal performance. He describes it as a state of ecstasy, as if standing outside of oneself and watching things unfold effortlessly. You can download a PDF Mandala on the BENEFITS OF DEEP PRACTICE, and use it as a reminder of how to enter the Flow state through the art or discipline you practice. more…
Leader driven Harmony #4: How to make your writing Crisp, Flavorful and Satisfying (Part II)
by Mack McKinney, Dec 24, 2010
Last week’s post discussed the importance of understanding the purpose of anything you write, long before you hit the first key on the old laptop. This post discusses the crucial importance of understanding the likely audience of your document, the main content and the most appropriate style for your purpose. more…