Articles in the category of Capability Development

Self Directed Teams

02/09/2009

I recently spotted a consulting opportunity around the introduction of self directed teams. Geographically it did not make sense for mlh global hr consulting to make a pitch but it did get me thinking about the topic. This article explores the idea and as Read More >>

Dual Career Structures - how to implement one

05/08/2009

To continue my theme of dual career structures, here are some suggestions of things to take into account when implementing one.

In due course I will add a third to the series sharing some ideas on bringing them to life. Read More >>

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 >>

Dual Career Stuctures - why have them

05/06/2009

Establishing a dual career structure - allowing for 'experts' to progress within the organisation to positions that attract the same level of pay, benefits and status as senior management, can significantly enhance the career options within the organisati Read More >>

Paradigms and Transformed Views

25/03/2009

One of the things that has always fascinated me in corporate life is just how empowering giving someone permission to act can be. It is a strange phenomenon that people impose constraints upon themselves that they ascribe to others or the environment or Read More >>

Delegation - empowerment or abdication of responsibility

25/02/2009

This article shares some reflections on the art of delegation (take a deep breath and close your eyes and keep them closed) and the obligations (they get the credit, you get the blame). Actually I like delegating since you find out different ways to do t Read More >>

Spotting Talent

01/01/2009

How often do we spot real talent in unlikely places? And if we do spot it what do we do about this? Indeed, what can we do about this? My thoughts in this blog were stimulated by imagining the current chaos facing the BA traveller and from this meandered Read More >>