by Jim Struck | Mar 8, 2014 | Articles, Leadership Effectiveness
Karen had come to us with good recommendations as a collector. She caught on well and initially worked hard to reach her productivity numbers. Sally, her supervisor, worked with her like any new employee, to show her the various procedures, client protocols, and...
by Jim Struck | Jan 14, 2014 | The Coach Is In Blog
What does failure of leadership look like? Is it simply a failure to lead, or are there other causes? Seems to me that at the core is some failure to solve for a set of circumstances, or a set of problems – to advance a solution. Sometimes, we would rather be right...
by Jim Struck | Jan 14, 2014 | The Coach Is In Blog
In this day of being “politically correct” we sometimes miss the opportunity to receive information that would help us grow, as a person, as a leader. Yes, I am talking about the ability to accept, and even invite criticism. (If it reads better for you, substitute...
by Jim Struck | Dec 13, 2013 | Articles, Human Resources, Leadership Effectiveness
As I travel to organizations around the country invariably the conversation turns to the hiring of the right people.There always seem to be certain positions that are the greatest challenge. Why? Sometimes it is because they are difficult jobs that few people want....
by Jim Struck | Nov 15, 2013 | Articles, Execution of Goals, Personal Development
Capacity building is an ongoing process through which individuals, groups, organizations and societies enhance their ability to identify and meet development challenges. Often, when I’m employed by organizations to work with various members of their leadership, it is...