As we work with companies large and small, we see a management trait that is stultifying innovation, stifling new ideas, and thwarting open discussion.  Leaders who are too vested in their own opinions and view other opinions as an attack on their expertise are becoming more common.  I have personally

Why does your Personal Trainer keep harping on core exercises? The answer is simple – all progress comes from a good foundation. It’s the same with an organization; if your core principles (or principals) are rotten, your company will exhibit the same characteristics. Think of it in terms of how

I’m fairly certain all readers have had the experience of hearing a breathless, excited announcer explaining that this is the last possible chance to get a great deal on a car or truck from XYZ dealership.  In fact, even paying close attention is not enough to decipher the disclaimer that precedes

I’m certain everyone reading this has learned something through repetition. Maybe it was a musical instrument, or a particular skill. Perhaps it was a sport you were interested in, and had to go to practice until you became a valued member of the team. Children are taught new things all