Business
Business Praise 16. People – Canteen
If I haven’t got a formal mid-day appointment, I usually have a quick sandwich in the canteen. It’s a good opportunity to mix with staff and be human. Even the Managing Director does this. Sitting at the same square tables, Eating and drinking the same food from the same plates and cups is important. You […]
Business Praise 17. People – Difficult Management Decisions
From time to time, I have had to make and then implement difficult management decisions. Decisions that make staff or contractors uncomfortable. I may need to ask them to do things they don’t like, or change their priorities. Travel may need to be cancelled – always unpopular if it was to be overseas. When possible, […]
Business Praise 4. Customers – Entertaining
Today, I took a business colleague to lunch. We ate Japanese, and had a simple meal. Eating together is an integral part of business, and has been from the dawn of time. The origins of this are unclear. Is it the trust, which comes from eating the same food? Or historically, from drinking the same […]
Business Praise 21. People – Redundancy
We’ve had to make people redundant from time to time, And now it’s my turn. The office is to be relocated, and it’s not practical for me to move. I am happy because you are leading me into new pastures, and I’m ready for a change. It is not so easy for others. Coping with […]
Business Praise 7. People – Job Description
I have a job description. It sets out the field of responsibility and the limits of my job. It lists reporting structures, accountabilities, Required levels of training and experience, The levels of interaction within and without the company, And cites examples of the kinds of activity that are expected. It has all been signed off […]
Business Praise 24. Community – Ethics
I have worked in health care, Or more correctly, disease care, all my working life. There are some important ethical matters – Consent, openness, confidentiality, Claims that are balanced, supportable and not inflated, Industry codes of practice, respect for life, Research standards, and it goes on. Every profession and business has its own set. Integrity […]
Business Praise 9. People – Objectives
Today I reviewed my objectives, Lord. They are part of our performance management system, Having a balance of realism and stretch. Task orientated, they determine my priorities. The most important are “critical success factors”. Achievement of these is necessary for business survival. I write the first draft, and after edits, agree them with my boss. […]
Business Praise 25. Community – Safety And Health
We have high standards of health and safety in our business. No accidents to anyone – ever! We talk about it, and keep issues before us. Unsafe Acts Prevention. UAP is the word. Drive safe, lift safe, work safe, be safe, And look after your colleagues. It seems to work, too. The accident rate is […]
Business Praise 10. People – The Boss
I have had four bosses in the last 15 years. Each had their strengths, and I guess weaknesses, Because we are all human. There are many things for which I thank them. Room to move, opportunities for initiative, Shared experiences, wise words, Encouragement, yes, and rebuke! Sometimes, I didn’t agree with them, Gradually, I learned […]
Business Praise 26. Community – E – Mail
I’ve just opened my E-mail. Nothing for me just now, But over the last week I’ve had messages from people from several countries. It’s quick, and cheap, and for my needs, secure. I can send messages to many people simultaneously if there is a need. How did we manage without all this IT stuff in […]
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