Working under an autocratic leadership style

We’ve all dreaded this; but sometimes in our working careers we experience a leader who exhibits an autocratic leadership style. What do we do? Do we curse, bemoan, play victim to such a leader – or do we make adjustments within ourselves? I think the latter is more appropriate. What is an autocratic leader? A…

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10 Business lessons from an air crash disaster.

I recently watched an air crash investigation documentary about Korean Air Cargo Flight 8509 that claimed the lives of all four crew on board on 22 December 1999 shortly after take-off from London Stansted Airport. The airplane crashed under a minute of take off at Hatfield Forest. I admit, I’ve watched many of these disaster…

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Benefits of a corporate strategy

There are successful businesses that exist today which have a strategy or strategic plan, and many which don’t. Is it any wonder why most start up businesses fail within the first three years? Or why prominent companies and brands which do not innovate, leverage opportunities, predict threats or adapt – could potentially die. A success…

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Analyse your team members’ strengths

The best performing teams do not have team members with the same strengths. They have different strengths, and they play to their strengths. Insightful data about the behavioural traits and qualities of your team can assist in effective planning for better team cohesion, dynamics and performance. Let’s explore other reasons why you should analyse your…

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