Simple is Better (originally posted August 25, 2014 http://www.5oclockreflections.com/simple-is-better/) We have a penchant for making simple things complex. We assume that complex technology, processes, and business models make us smarter … [Read more...]
Thought for the day
July 31, 2015 by
The world breaks everyone and afterward many are strong in the broken places. — Ernest Hemingway … [Read more...]
The Carrot
July 30, 2015 by
"Do you work long hours?" I asked a young, brilliant, lawyer over lunch. He told me that a normal week was about 60 hours in the office. "You have to do whatever it takes to get the job done," he said with noticeable resolve in his voice. He spoke … [Read more...]
Learning From the Bees
July 29, 2015 by
I recently read that "effective leadership is not about a set of skills, but a set of practices." To me, effective leadership is inspired leadership, with the right practices. I have seen enough skilled 'managers' who couldn't lead a herd of … [Read more...]
