I got some valuable feedback from a client this week. They asked for examples of how to complete templates that I suggested they use. You see, as engineers, my clients are technical, smart and able to solve complex problems on a daily basis. So, when I gave them some templates to work with, I naturally
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August 2, 2019
July 12, 2019
IMPLEMENTATION OF STRATEGIES AND PLANS
Implementation… one of the most challenging parts of running a business. It doesn’t matter if you have a business plan, goals and targets, a strategy, great ideas, and wild ambitions. Without implementation, you are going nowhere. How many times do you attend a workshop or seminar, a brainstorm session or strategic planning meeting, and when
June 21, 2019
WRONG TEAM? PREVENTION IS BETTER THAN CURE
As a business and executive coach, I often see recurring themes among current and potential clients. The number one issue that many businesses are grappling with at the moment is a realisation that they have the wrong team to take the business forward. Too many employees, under-performing employees, employees with bad attitudes. There are a
June 7, 2019
SLOW DOWN TO AVOID BUSINESS BURNOUT
We are halfway through 2019, and I am encountering two types of business people. Some are saying, “I can’t believe it’s June already!” It’s a sign that the year is running away from them and they are perhaps not on track to meet their objectives this year. The other group is saying “I can’t believe
May 31, 2019
SIX STRESSES THAT CAUSE BUSINESS OWNER INSOMNIA
Being a business owner – or a business leader – is not for sissies. The position comes with massive responsibility, not only for yourself and your family, but your employees and their families. The stresses of business ownership and leadership come with the territory, but when they start keeping you up at night, you need
May 10, 2019
ELECTING LEADERS IN BUSINESS
We’ve been swept away with election fever this week as the citizens of South Africa cast their votes to elect the country’s leaders. Most importantly, it’s reminded us that whether you are the leader of the country, a political party, a multinational, a family business or a department within a company, there are certain qualities
April 26, 2019
LESSONS TO LEARN FROM A FAMILY BUSINESS
There is no other business quite like a family business, which has its own unique set of challenges. I should know… my wife and I run one! On the one hand, you have a team that you trust implicitly. On the other hand, if things go wrong, it’s more than your business that is at
March 22, 2019
HAS LOAD SHEDDING EXPOSED YOUR RISK MANAGEMENT?
Load shedding in South Africa is the new “f” word. It’s on everyone’s lips, it’s been all consuming and everyone is moaning. It’s no wonder as it affects all our lives and businesses are no doubt suffering because of it. But we can’t just throw our hands in the air and whine that this is
March 1, 2019
HUMILITY: THE SOFTER SIDE OF HARD CORE BUSINESS
Today is my birthday! Birthdays are often a time for reflection, and after meeting my Great Niece for the first time this week, my reflections and thoughts turned to mushy softer issues. Business is hard core, cut throat, driven and ruthless. Without a dash of humility, we can lose sight of the fact that people
February 22, 2019
OUR COACHING CLIENTS: WHICH AVATAR ARE YOU?
The business and executive coaching industry has gained momentum over the 11 years that I have been actively coaching clients. The mystery of what we do is slowly disappearing, yet one of the most common myths about coaching is still prevalent: that coaching is for under-performing businesses and individuals who need rescuing! On the contrary,
