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Simplicity – The Secret of Successful Leadership

by Ian Smith | Jan 22, 2018 | Leadership

We all admire a leader who can simplify a complex problem into an understandable, simple, explanation of the essential elements. We are motivated by the leader who can set out a clear, concise solution to a complex problem. Ultimately, in the best companies this leads...

CEOs – Confusing Activity With Effectiveness

by Ian Smith | Sep 19, 2012 | Prioritizing

Think of your company as a person. What does she need you to execute to make the company successful. What role is needed from you. If you are clear on that role then you need to focus your activities and tasks around that role. Ensure that role is signed off with the...

Skill Sets – Time for a Tune Up?

by Ian Smith | May 9, 2010 | Communication, Management Help

Given the turmoil we have all experienced in our business life it is time to pause for breath and consider these questions: Do we have skills we don’t use? Do we have skills we should tune down, deploy less? Do we have skills we should tune up, deploy more? Do...