Monthly Archives: June 2016

Are you the leader if no one follows?

Posted on June 30, 2016 by Dave Berkus

Here is a variation of the “tree falls in the forest” question.  In past insights, we’ve looked at leadership skills, ways to enhance effectiveness, and how to develop creative ideas that motivate and propel your organization to greatness.  Here is … Continue reading →

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What can you buy for an extra $1 million?

Posted on June 23, 2016 by Dave Berkus

Dave’s note:  Here comes my favorite “tell-it-like-it-is” CEO, Kim Shepherd, with another of her “crazy” (meaning excellent) ideas to pry innovative ideas from associates.  Does the headline grab your attention?  Read on… By Kim Shepherd What can your department or … Continue reading →

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Don’t go on a phishing trip!

Posted on June 16, 2016 by Dave Berkus

Dave’s note: Our guest author this week is Kevin McDonald, Executive Vice President and Chief Information Security Officer at Alvaka Networks, a network services and security firm in Irvine, California. He is a trusted technology and security consultant and public … Continue reading →

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The lion and the ant: A managerial lesson

Posted on June 9, 2016 by Dave Berkus

This story has been making the rounds lately, and I confess that our research cannot find the source.  So, with thanks to whomever created this great little parable, here it is: “Every day, a small Ant arrived at work early … Continue reading →

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The power of NO!

Posted on June 2, 2016 by Dave Berkus

Over the years I have counseled entrepreneurs to think of a “no” response in terms of “yes, but…”  There is always another way to say “no” that leaves the door open for creative thinking. Well, almost always. Sometimes, you just … Continue reading →

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