(Warning – this post might get a little snarky. Well, okay, a lot snarky.) In my last post, I hammered on the idea that a metric is not a goal. I got a little bit of pushback on that, so let me briefly reiterate my point. If I wasn’t clear enough (which is entirely possible)Continue reading “Good Metrics vs Worthless Ones, Part Two”
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Good Metrics vs Worthless Ones, Part One
Maybe it’s just that time of year, but I am somehow getting into a lot of discussions about metrics. Sales metrics. Compliance metrics. Safety metrics. Evaluation metrics. And on and on… What is grabbing my attention is how I often I am seeing worthless metrics. And by worthless, I mean devoid of worth/value/utility. Sure theyContinue reading “Good Metrics vs Worthless Ones, Part One”
Strategic Execution, Part 2: Always Use a Compass…
In my last rant, I talked about the first key to strategic execution: demand clarity on the problem before you even begin (aka… Don’t chase the wind). I want to now turn my attention to the next critical key: Always use a compass. I travel a lot. And I like to drive. So, even whenContinue reading “Strategic Execution, Part 2: Always Use a Compass…”
Strategic Execution, Part 1: Don’t Chase the Wind…
It’s amazing to me how often the word “strategy” is overused used. I mean, seriously, I do not think that word means what you think it means (with a nod to Inigo Montoya). So often, I get into discussions with clients where I ask, “What is your strategy?” There are only two acceptable answers toContinue reading “Strategic Execution, Part 1: Don’t Chase the Wind…”
How to Get the Anchor Off Your Neck
I’ve been on my annual pilgrimage the last couple of weeks to my childhood home. Of Hawai’i. I know. During the handful of hours to sleep on the beach contemplate that I have at my disposal, I have been mulling over various ideas and theories that I affectionately call the chaos inside my head. (Yes,Continue reading “How to Get the Anchor Off Your Neck”
Tim Ohai 