Blog archive for July 2009

Dual Career Structures - creating a community

05/07/2009

This is the third of the trio of commentaries on the Dual Career Structure and aims to provide some ideas on building a community and thus releasing energy for the benefit of both the individual and the organisation. Retaining your most expert people is Read More >>

The Matrix Organisation - Defined

15/07/2009

This is my second in the Matrix Management 'series'. It marks a milestone for me in that it is also my first blog with a picture. Read More >>

Are entrepreneurs born or made?

21/07/2009

Do you subscribe to the theory that certain people are born with the personality traits that make a good entrepreneur? Or do you favour the idea that Entrepreneur emerge out of a combination of entrepreneurial opportunities and people who are well positio Read More >>

People and Risk - Retention

25/07/2009

This third commentary on people and risk focuses on retention.

The loss of talent is one of the main risks an organisation can face. Effective retention strategies need not cost additional money - indeed they can save money since they allow Read More >>

Middle Management - ineffective

27/07/2009

The Hay Group have released a report which includes feedback by executives on the effectiveness of middle management. All in all a somewhat depressing read - but one wonders if it signals simply one of the many disconnects in organisations today... Read More >>