Friday, January 03, 2003

Use Defined Processes to make decisions
Make a T chart listing the pros and cons of each alternative.
Set a time limit for fact finding. Lack of information should not paralyze you from decision making.
Keep your organizations mission nearby and refer to it when making the decision.

Friday, December 13, 2002

Lesson 23: Communicate clear performance standards for accountability
"It is more important to know where you are going rather than to get there quickly. Do not mistabke activity for achievement" - Mabel Newcomber
Review KRA's and make sure I'm on track.

Friday, November 29, 2002

Lesson 20: Building cooperation: Establish team member's accountability
Schedule some time with individual team members to go over there goals to make sure there is no mis-communication
The next time you delegate a task, make sure you communicate the accountability requirements

Friday, November 15, 2002

Lesson 14: Monitor the implementation of a Plan
How do I do effective monitoring currently?
Ask co-workers what is working and what is not working
"In the absence of clearly defined goals we become strangely loyal to performing acts of trivia"

Focus on outcome based goals stated as "How will I know I've succeeded...." instead of activity based goals stated as (perform, improve, train, or install).
Effective goals are SMART -- specific, measurable, aggressive, relevant, and time-bound
Goals should excite as well as reward
Lesson 13: Recognize human potential in your organization
Invite coworkers to share their visions and goals
Make a point to teach something new to the coworker