February 18th – Un-dis the disconnect

February 18th – Un-dis the disconnect

I want to bring up a little managerial disconnect that I observe every now and then. Some disconnects have minor consequences but this one seems to really affect the whole managerial process. Let me explain it this way. Here are some key steps to managing employee...
February 11th – A Leading Voice

February 11th – A Leading Voice

As managers there’s a very important space in our co-ops that’s often overlooked. It’s a space that can be put to very good use and often it just sits there. And like all empty spaces it usually gets filled up with something. People just end up...
Feburary 4th – A Short List

Feburary 4th – A Short List

Most of us who manage will confess that the thing we like least about managing is managing people. Now, this is OK and understandable…I mean really, let’s face it, it’s not easy. But on the other hand, do we really want to be drug on the ground...
January 28th – Things Are Adrift

January 28th – Things Are Adrift

Every so often we find that individually or organizationally we have drifted away from upholding one of our standards or policies. It’s gotten pretty lax. What was once a well-defined line is now a big grey zone. Basically, it’s become unmanaged. What do...
January 21st – Are You a “Craphead”?

January 21st – Are You a “Craphead”?

Making decisions, as managers and leaders, is our job. And we all know the sting when somebody thinks were a “craphead” for a decision we have made. Or calls us uncaring, indifferent or not concerned for the wellbeing of staff because of our choices. Yes,...