I am passionate about mentoring and cannot understand why some organisations allow behaviours from mentors that are destructive or corrosive. Not only do these behaviours undermine the mentee and diminish their trust with the organisation, they send a message that the mentor’s behaviour is condoned. The following is a recent example shared with me by […]
Impromptu speech -response to a question
One of our Miller Heiman colleagues, Rolene Liebenberg gave me a good tip the other day on how to respond to an impromptu question. You know those times when you’re put on the spot. Use the mnemonic (memory aid): MBE M – make your point. B- Because – detail the reasons. E- Example – further […]
Using Independent Facilitators for Strategic Planning
Why invite an independent resource to your very important strategic planning day or your next really important implementation planning day? As experienced CEO’s MD’s and GM’s my associates and I agree that when developing strategic plans for your business, it’s important for you to be a part of the planning team. It’s very difficult to […]
Ten Tips on Report Writing
Report writing is something most of us have to do in our work lives or as members of associations we belong to. Here are ten tips for you. 1. Follow a Structure There are many articles and publications on how to structure a formal report. At the least include; Introduction Body Conclusions Recommendations 2. State […]
How to Give an Impromptu Farewell Speech
I happens like this. You’re invited to John’s farewell, the drinks are flowing and his manager either doesn’t turn up, or doesn’t want to give a farewell speech. Either that or you are John’s manager, and giving farewell speeches is becoming far too frequent because of promotions or company expansions. Remember that nobody really likes […]