The three pursuits that define our lives

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The six core values of performing teams…

What is the secret to performing teams? What are the key ingredients to a successful team…in professional sport, organisations of all kind, even families? We are often asked this question in our practice. The short answer is: lots of factors! Otherwise, everyone would attain elusive results. Almost like a golf swing, numerous little things go into a achieving excellence. For context, we believe values form the building blocks of organisational culture. Clearly defined behaviours and adherence to them is fundamental to nurturing the desired culture. In this article, we focus on the six core values or behaviours that must be … Read more

Four proven steps to manage conflict…

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Trust

Trust, the fundamental requirement of management

Good managers require certain characteristics for success. Contrary to popular belief, being charismatic is not one of them. There are many great managers who have led their organisations to unprecedented sustained success with personal charisma no greater than that of a dead fish. There are many other qualities that sit on the scale of what is required, but none more than TRUST. Trust must be the starting point for every relationship – inside and outside the organisation It is possible to work for someone who one does not like. It is possible to be managed by those whom we don’t … Read more

The six most powerful questions great leaders ask their people…

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Putting Our People First

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The five duties of a manager

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6 Areas that contribute to a meaningful life..

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Is servant leadership worth the effort?

Many Christians, this weekend celebrate the solemn triduum of Easter commencing with the commemoration of Jesus washing the feet of his apostles. Regardless of one’s beliefs the growth of the Church is an amazing achievement for an organisation that began with just 13 men and at a time in history where there was little mass communication or technology – this is even more remarkable if one does not subscribe to the divinity of Jesus. The ‘washing of the feet’ symbolises a style of Servant Leadership that has recently gained recognition as one of the most important traits of successful managers. … Read more