Monthly Archives: February 2010

Another small business owner defrauded

I’ll be in Denver, sharpening my saw all weekend at the semi-annual conference of The Alternative Board®, so I’m posting early this week. I had an evening call from a client last night. He recently discovered fraud in a small … Continue reading →

Posted in Management | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Stoplight 360

I recently saw a fast and easy way to rate your employees that makes the high performers and low performers stand out in a way that can’t be ignored. It uses Stop light Methodology: a red-yellow-green marking system. The advantage … Continue reading →

Posted in Leadership, Management | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

The influence of one man

I promised to return with the true story of the difference one man can make. If Sam knew that I was talking about him in my blog he’d be embarrassed. Recognition isn’t his thing. In fairness to Sam, I’m not … Continue reading →

Posted in Leadership | Tagged , , | 2 Comments

2 Responses to The influence of one man

  1. Dan says:

    Well said John. A fitting tribute to an inspiring man

  2. Well it’s 2 AM, no kidding.
    Thanks for the story about a great small businessman that has his own franchise working for the greatest man who ever lived. The franchise is free but it’s not cheap, it doesn’t pay well, you have to work everyday for the one payday and that day is priceless. Sam is a great businessman.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *