Seen through the lens of the current pandemic, life looks pretty bleak right now—especially for businesses. The vast economic engine of the United States has ground to a halt. Global stock markets have plummeted. And early reports hint that the next recession will be a doozy. The odds of a …
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For many people, the new year represents opportunities for both professional and personal growth. January 1 ushers in new strategies for organizations where fiscal and calendar years coincide. And who hasn’t made at least one New Year’s resolution at some point in their lives? Whether implementing a new inventory management …
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A while back, I interviewed renowned guitarist Billy McLaughlin for a TV show. A solo performer, Billy used both hands to “hammer” the neck of the guitar without strumming. It was mesmerizing to see live. But as his career progressed, two fingers on his dominant right hand began to curl …
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By Lynne Levy – Director, Product Management, Globoforce “Culture eats strategy for breakfast.” – Peter Drucker For most organizations, their market is rapidly changing, competition is evolving, and employee populations are becoming increasingly diverse. We have also entered the cognitive age where the line between employees and technology is blurred. …
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Studies consistently report that about three-quarters of change effort fail. They either fail to deliver the expected benefits, or they are abandoned entirely. In a highly matrixed, complex organization, these transformations are challenging. Execution is critical, but it’s more than that. It’s often about which changes to pursue—specifically, taking the …
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