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I first encountered the Cohen-Bradford model—and their 1989 publication—during an executive education course in the early 1990s- the book was crisp and fresh in its wrapper. It didn’t help me. At the time, I was blind to my inability to influence without authority. I believed that authority equalled influence. It didn’t. But I was too self-absorbed then to see that.… Read more
Today, an emphasis on retaining talent is critical. Stay Interviews stand out as a critical means of retention because of their simplicity yet effectiveness.
It was less of an issue when I was in management, but honestly this is a superb tool that I was never introduced to nor used. So my views here are based on research and discussion with others who have started using Stay Interviews.… Read more
Implementation is tough. Reflecting on the hurdles I’ve faced in my career, I’ve come to recognize that my failures were not due to a lack of strategy or resources, neither to a lack of motivation nor energy on my part, but rather my inability to effectively get things done. I was trying to push a huge Rock over a very inviting cliff, but the harder i pushed the harder to rock seemed to push back.… Read more
I found mentoring within my own organisation a struggle. I was adept at directing (initially explaining the competencies necessary within a role) and steering new hires to adopt the right processes and procedures. I was also expert at delegating (some would call it dumping — i perceived that once a new hire was told what to do, they could safely be left to do it… as that is how I preferred to be managed).… Read more
Rolling out an external mentoring program is more than just pairing up names and hoping for the best. This is the fourth instalment in mentoring; if you are new start here.
It’s about creating a strategic link between fresh perspectives and your business’s core needs. Let’s break down how we can make this relationship thrive, ensuring everyone from HR to the reporting officer and, of course, the mentee, is on the same page.… Read more