by Kevin Brimhall | Dec 16, 2009 | Organizational Excellence
In their book "First, Break All the Rules. What the World’s Greatest Managers Do Differently", authors Marcus Buckingham and Curt Coffman cover a lot of territory. One of the most interesting sections for me is their research regarding top performers....
by Kevin Brimhall | Nov 12, 2009 | Book Summaries, Organizational Excellence
A business parable, Beans tells the story of a coffee bar in Seattle. The authors describe four essential ingredients for success that apply to companies of any size: start with passion, hire good people, make the buying experience personal, and maintain a good...
by Kevin Brimhall | Jul 29, 2009 | Leadership
1. Inadequate or no management system. An overall system to operate the business is essential. Flying by the seat of your pants is no way to optimize results and get the most out of your people. 2. Lack of purpose, vision and mission. It’s like trying to put a...
by Kevin Brimhall | Jun 4, 2009 | Organizational Excellence
I know that many of you love to keep abreast of the latest tips and information to help you be more successful, whether in your professional or personal lives. Unfortunately, at times, you’re too busy and rushed to attend a seminar or workshop in person. Maybe...
by Kevin Brimhall | May 28, 2009 | Organizational Excellence
From their book "See, Feel, Think, Do – The Power of Instinct in Business", authors Andy Milligan and Shaun Smith identify the 10 statements with which most employees in higher-performing organizations most agreed, and which correlated most highly with...
