The Foundation of a High Performance Organization
While watching a sporting event I was reminded of just how crucial it is to continuously improve upon fundamentals. Teams who are successful never underestimate their competition irregardless of their...
View ArticleBusiness Success Requires Continuous Growth
I was asked during a recent podcast interview to identify the top five ways for entrepreneurs to achieve business success. Having launched and operated several businesses myself, as well as supported...
View ArticleWhat a dentist should know about managing risk.
My wife and I are quite diligent about oral hygiene, and as a result we visit the dentist every six months. Our dentist has built a successful practice at two separate locations, with numerous dentists...
View ArticleMend your spend.
I recently had an article published in CFO magazine online entitled “Mend your spend. When it comes to procurement, acting like a bigger business can lead to better prices and less risk.” You can view...
View ArticleCollaborative techniques to engage stakeholders.
I have received numerous inquiries following our post on Monday, as to successful techniques to build collaboration with both employees, as well as with external parties such as suppliers or customers....
View ArticleCrazy not to collaborate.
I spoke at the Ontario Public Buyers Association annual conference last week on the topic of collaboration. It’s clear that there is simply too little discussion and collaboration between the public...
View ArticleThe cycle of profit improvement.
Increasing profit margin for existing business without investing in increased sales or adjusting the selling price can be attained through the progressive application of three specific techniques:...
View ArticleSatisfied customers are built on a healthy dose of image and value.
I recently had lunch at a local (and internationally recognized) golf club overlooking Georgian Bay. It quickly became apparent that the establishment put a tremendous effort into it’s image and...
View ArticleContinuous Improvement, where are you?
Continuous improvement is more than a tool, it is a culture that delivers consistently superior operational performance leading to an improved financial position. The double axis chart below provides...
View ArticleSorry we’re open
During a recent visit to a Jack Astor’s I noticed their customer greeting over the door “Sorry we’re OPEN.” Amusing, but for many businesses unfortunately a very true statement in the eye’s of their...
View ArticleMediocrity or Reality?
During the past week I have seen some of the most glaring examples of lack of engagement, capability, and desire than I have seen in sometime. In each situation, the issues were the direct result of an...
View ArticleWhy PC’s are going the way of the dodo bird.
Hewlett-Packard has announced significant changes in it’s business structure, with formal plans to be announced in March 2012. These changes include a significant downsizing of HP’s personal computer...
View ArticleBuilding a business that outperforms the Canadian economy
An article in the Globe and Mail this morning attempts to predict the remarks and commitments which will be made later today by Finance Minister Jim Flaherty and the Bank of Canada Governor Mark Carney...
View ArticleSeeking success: what’s your plan?
A recent Globe and Mail article identified that nearly 22,000 applications for connection of solar power projects to the province’s electrical grid remain untouched. Delays in the approval and...
View ArticleWhy focusing on individual performance can hurt you.
This article is as published in the July 2011 newsletter of the Canadian Supply Chain Sector Council. Building strong and effective teams is the focus of every successful sports coach. John Wooden...
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Episode 51: Mind Over Matter – Success Is A State Of Mind
Today I share four techniques to train your mind to create a success mindset. Show Notes — Mind over matter: Success is a state of mind Welcome to another edition of Ideas with Impact – Episode 51...
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Episode 40: Are You Accentuating the Positive?
Are you focused on the positive? In this podcast I share ideas on how to control your thoughts and actions to impact you and your team. Show Notes: Are you accentuating the positive? I’ve often...
View ArticleWill your business survive the next 12 months?
Although somewhat tongue and cheek, I was asked during a recent interview to identify the top 5 ways a business could ensure continuous growth. I took a contrarian point of view and instead outlined 5...
View ArticleEverything you need to know to build your Operation
Hey, have you visited my YouTube channel recently? I post a new brief video every two weeks that are created to answer questions from subscribers like you. These videos are all unique and are created...
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Continuous improvement is just that… Continuous!
I received a survey in the mail this past week from a local physician with whom we have dealt several times. The survey asked for input on how to improve the physicians practice and I will admit I was...
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