The dark
April 10, 2018 11:17 pm Leave your thoughtsAs a manager, there are people working with you. Let’s say they’re doing a great job, or a passable job, or a lousy job. Let’s say that however they’re doing... Read more
Author Archives for Nick Shepheard
Get even
April 9, 2018 11:17 pm Leave your thoughtsIf you’re doing your thing for an external customer, and you’re doing it well … not only does your customer pay attention. Even if you’re stealthy, even if you only... Read more
Being professional
April 8, 2018 11:17 pm Leave your thoughtsWe think of ourselves as professionals. We hold the positions we hold because we deserve them, we have the experience and smarts to get the job done, we know enough... Read more
Give handrails
April 7, 2018 11:17 pm Leave your thoughtsWhen someone new joins the team, they’re working in a fog. Things close by – like what they’ve been told, the job description, the person they’re working with, their direct... Read more
Smart people
April 6, 2018 11:17 pm Leave your thoughtsAs a good manager who knows the secret of broader success … you hire smart people. Smarter than you if possible, with different experiences and complimentary skill sets. You give... Read more