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Can He Do the Work?
“The profile on this candidate is outstanding,” Rory explained. “It will take a special person to fill this role, and by golly, I think we have found the right person.” “The profile is outstanding compared to what?” I asked. Rory … Continue reading
Posted in Accountability, Hiring Talent
Tagged complexity, hiring talent, work
Designed Around the Work
“I know you want me to be the nice guy,” Jim Dunbar pushed back, “that I would have a better organization if I wasn’t so hard on people, but at the end of the day, we have to get some … Continue reading
Posted in Organization Structure, Time Span
Tagged accountability, authority, organizational structure, work, work design
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No Voodoo, No Amateur Psychology
“What is the Time Span capability required in my sales people?” Dennis asked. “Sucker-punch question that will lead you down the wrong path,” I replied. “Not sure I understand?” Dennis quizzed. “Define the Level of Work, then ask if your … Continue reading
Posted in Time Span
Tagged amateur psychologist, level of work, manager, work
A Plan is Not a Goal
From the Ask Tom mailbag – Background (Tom): So, now we are left to think about your target completion time. If you truly believe that Stratum IV capability is required for success in this project, then I must assume the … Continue reading
Posted in Accountability, Time Span
Tagged level of work, planning, work, work design
What is Work?
“What’s the Level of Work?” I asked. Arianne puzzled her face. “We’re looking at two roles. One is a finish carpenter and the other is a machine operator. The carpenter is finishing wood products within one sixteenth of an inch. … Continue reading
Posted in Decision Making, Problem Solving Skills
Tagged decisions, problem solving, work
Group Accountability?
“At first, this group dynamics stuff looked interesting, you know, everyone together under a team incentive bonus. It sounded exciting in the seminar, but in real life, this is painful,” Naomi explained. “The worst part, is we’re not getting any … Continue reading
Posted in Teams, Time Span
Tagged accountability, authority, group dynamics, team, teams, work
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Leader or Manager? Argument Continues
From the Ask Tom mailbag – from a new subscriber in Brazil. Question: Your blog is fantastic! I´d like to know, what´s your opinion about the difference between managers and leaders? Response: I usually avoid this discussion. It’s an important … Continue reading
Accounting – What’s the Level of Work?
From the Ask Tom mailbag – Question: We are working on the structure of our accounting department. We have a comprehensive list (spreadsheet) of ALL the tasks that need to be completed from daily transactions, to weekly flash reports, to … Continue reading
Posted in Accountability, Organization Structure
Tagged delegation, level of work, manager, task, task assignments, tasks, work
In Conflict with an Official Rule?
“Why is culture important?” I asked. “It’s the way things are,” Ryan explained. “It’s that unwritten set of rules that governs our behavior, that determines the way we work together.” “And why is it important?” I repeated. “Every company has … Continue reading
