Supervisory
Working under an autocratic leadership style
We’ve all dreaded this; but sometimes in our working careers we experience a leader who exhibits an autocratic leadership style. What do we do? Do we curse, bemoan, play victim to such a leader – or do we make adjustments within ourselves? I think the latter is more appropriate. What is an autocratic leader? A…
Read MoreBenefits of a corporate strategy
There are successful businesses that exist today which have a strategy or strategic plan, and many which don’t. Is it any wonder why most start up businesses fail within the first three years? Or why prominent companies and brands which do not innovate, leverage opportunities, predict threats or adapt – could potentially die. A success…
Read MoreEmployee Engagement: “No involvement, no commitment”
We work with various corporates and organisations who engage us in staff development and growth. This is important. It tells that an organisation cares about its staff growth needs who ultimately perform work to meet customer expectations. However, if leadership and management do not engage employees about the company’s plans and activities, a whole new…
Read MoreWhy do a Task List?
Commonly referred to as a ‘task list, to do list or action plan’ – this practice requires a person to make a list of all their pending, outstanding, urgent or important tasks that need to be completed. Most people already practice this habit. If you use a piece of paper, jotter or exam pad to…
Read MoreAuthority in the workplace
A person has authority when he or she has the right to preside, adjudicate, pronounce or lead a group of people. This may be vested, recognised or socially accepted by others. Authority can be legitimate or based on one being credible as an expert in their field. Authority is a power base: what one has…
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