by Carol Sanford | Jul 21, 2011 | Business Development
This is the third in a six-part series on the irresponsible downside of feedback in all its forms. The previous two premises are: Premise 1: Self-governing Behavior is Energy Effective The foundational element in effective human systems is self-correcting,...
by Carol Sanford | Jul 13, 2011 | Business Development
Providing feedback to peers, subordinates, and even superiors—particularly the 360 Degree view of performance appraisal—became popular as scientists and engineers began to understand how cybernetic systems work in computer applications. The creators of these...
by Carol Sanford | May 6, 2011 | Business Development
(First Posted to CNBC Executive Career blogs) USA Today reports on the ADP National Employment Report, a trend tracking survey, which says that private payrolls rose in March. Wells Fargo (logo) reports that job growth is mostly in the small firms space, but also at...
by Carol Sanford | Apr 10, 2011 | Business Development
Think of your favorite products. They make your life deeply satisfying, meaningful, and workable. They help you be your best self and do your best work. You identify with them and tell others about them. You’re proud to be represented by them. Customer’s Lives Are...
by Carol Sanford | Mar 28, 2011 | Business Development
Leadership is a much spoken about and highly misunderstood subject. It is most often seen as a role of inspiration and motivation. But leadership that ensures a business’s success and its responsibility is neither of these—it is something very different. Responsible...