A common problem I’ve heard this year from small business owners is supply chain issues. Many businesses are dependent upon suppliers to produce the finished products that their customers need. This year the supply chain has been disrupted for multiple reasons. Sometimes due to a shortage of microchips or materials in high demand. Other times it’s due to the long ...
As business leaders navigate bringing their people back to the office, it may be hard for businesses to develop a one-size-fits-all policy for remote vs office work. My friend, Paul, collaborates with an architect firm. Paul said, “Many businesses can work remotely, but these architects are collaborating on designing a building. Remote work has been disastrous for them.” Another friend ...
Years ago in banking, my administrative assistant grinned when she said, “You’re going to love your next appointment.” Waiting for me in my office was a young man. When I asked how I could help, he said, “I need to borrow money to buy a Steinway Piano.” I humored him and asked how much a Steinway would cost and how ...
Equipping Others to Do Work Differently
