When we think about the need to embrace change in business to keep pace with competitors and consumer tastes we don’t always have the chance to see how this type of change might apply to the world of sports. On HBO’s Real Sports, Bryant Gumbel examined the future of golf.
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The importance of not only hearing each other, but of actively listening – focusing, and accurately interpreting messages – in a work environment is vital, especially when communicating between management and employees.
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What stands in the way of you getting that next job promotion you want so badly? Is it your experience? Your education? Your timing? All these factors certainly play a role, but the biggest obstacle is carrying around a sense of entitlement!
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A robust strategic plan should have focus and clarity around company strategy, vision, mission, goals and tactics. To elevate employee engagement and participation, a communication plan needs to provide a simple, straightforward description of the plan and overarching goals that every employee and team can align to. Once your strategic plan is completed, the next step will be to effectively communicate it to employees.
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As the Stanley Cup Finals are underway, I’ve paid closer attention to hockey’s tradition of lining up after the highly competitive series to shake hands with the opposing players. This display of good sportsmanship is equally important for us in business.
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