tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5076186227580715142Fri, 20 Sep 2024 14:41:22 +0000ManagementLeadershipGeneralCoachingInnovationLearning OrganisationBalanced ScorecardTalent ManagementCreativityInfluenceCommunication SkillMBOBrainstormingFinanceProblem SolvingAccountingKnowledge ManagementManagerPerformance ManagementDecentralisedHumourMentoringThe essence of learning is the ability to use the amazing mental capacity to improve oneself ..........http://learning-knowledge.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (Unknown)Blogger44125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5076186227580715142.post-6817199271009436206Sat, 19 Sep 2009 09:42:00 +00002009-09-19T17:43:39.131+08:00HumourThree sisters, ages 92, 94 and 96, live in a house together. One night the 96-year-old draws a bath. She puts her foot in and pauses. She yells to the other sisters, "Was I getting in or out of the bath?"The 94-year-old yells back, "I don't know. I'll come up and see." She starts up the stairs and pauses "Was I going up the stairs or down?"The 92-year-old is sitting at the kitchen table having http://learning-knowledge.blogspot.com/2009/09/family.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5076186227580715142.post-6015707666510772788Wed, 08 Apr 2009 15:33:00 +00002009-04-08T23:55:45.882+08:00InfluenceLeadershipManagementManagerThe spirit of an organization is created from the top.The proof of the sincerity and seriousness of a management is uncompromising emphasis on integrity of character. This, above all, has to be symbolized in management’s “people” decisions. For it is character through which leadership is exercised; it is character that sets the example and is imitated. Character is not something one can fool http://learning-knowledge.blogspot.com/2009/04/integrity-in-leadership.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5076186227580715142.post-1099173537046955842Sun, 22 Feb 2009 15:14:00 +00002009-02-22T23:20:33.565+08:00BrainstormingCreativityInnovation• Quantity: How many ideas did you generate?• Flexibility: How different are the ideas that you generated from each other?• Originality: How unique are the ideas that you generated from those of other people?Click here to read more: Idea Revolution: Guidelines and Prompts for Brainstorming Alone, in Groups or With Clients (Graphic Design)http://learning-knowledge.blogspot.com/2009/02/how-good-is-your-brainstorming.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5076186227580715142.post-4224773253758940954Sun, 22 Feb 2009 15:05:00 +00002009-02-22T23:28:04.881+08:00BrainstormingCreativityInnovationProblem SolvingWhy BrainstormingFails• People are self-conscious• There is no focus• People evaluate each other’s ideas• People get defensive• Ideas are variations on a theme• One person dominates• Some people do not participate• The group loses energy• There are no really new ideasGuidelines for Brainstorming• Focus matters: Know your objective• Start alone, then join together• No criticism, no evaluation• http://learning-knowledge.blogspot.com/2009/02/brainstorming_22.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5076186227580715142.post-7675101795995273847Thu, 12 Feb 2009 15:32:00 +00002009-02-12T23:35:18.313+08:00DecentralisedFinanceGeneralLeadershipManagementDecentralized StructureIn 1946, Drucker wrote “Concept of the Corporation,” which explores the evolution of the business corporation and its impact on society. The result of 18 months of interviews and observation, the book discusses the beliefs and management style of Alfred P. Sloan, GM’s creator.Drucker noted that GM gave its divisions great independence, which was uncommon by the standards ofhttp://learning-knowledge.blogspot.com/2009/02/organizing-for-success-in-business.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5076186227580715142.post-2346367057102487163Thu, 12 Feb 2009 13:59:00 +00002009-02-12T22:44:20.104+08:00Balanced ScorecardCommunication SkillLeadershipManagementMBOPerformance ManagementThe principles of performance managementhave been well summarized as follows:it translates corporate goals into individual, team, department and divisional goals; it helps to clarify corporate goals; it is a continuous and evolutionary process, in which performance improves over time; it relies on consensus and co-operation rather than control or coercion; it creates a shared understanding of http://learning-knowledge.blogspot.com/2009/02/principles-of-performance-management.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5076186227580715142.post-5228830297372968784Mon, 09 Feb 2009 06:03:00 +00002009-02-09T14:04:42.610+08:00Knowledge ManagementManagementKnowledge Management can be defined as a systematic discipline and set of approaches to enable information and knowledge to grow, flow, and create value in an organization. This involves people, information, workflows, enabling tools, best practices, alliances, and communities of practice.The 21st century business landscape is marked by increasing economic and political turbulence, a faster pace http://learning-knowledge.blogspot.com/2009/02/knowledge-management-tools-in-action.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5076186227580715142.post-472479742366741919Mon, 09 Feb 2009 03:34:00 +00002009-02-09T12:02:13.848+08:00Knowledge ManagementLearning OrganisationConcepts and practices of knowledge management are soon approaching mainstream adoption, and this focuses not on fundamental definitions of knowledge and strategy, but on more practical applications of knowledge management tools and technologies in industry. Knowledge Management Tool, in a sense, are the “face and place” as well as the “nuts and bolts” of knowledge in the 21st century workspace.“http://learning-knowledge.blogspot.com/2009/02/knowledge-management.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5076186227580715142.post-3054806118218606066Sat, 07 Feb 2009 16:55:00 +00002009-02-08T01:00:28.043+08:00LeadershipTalent Management“If you pick the right people and give them the opportunity to spread their wings and put compensation as a carrier behind it you almost don't have to manage them.” - Jack WelchOutside of work everyone is a manager, because everyone manages their own life: money, time and decisions. But in work, we often don’t think of ourselves as a manager until we have some form of control and/or authority http://learning-knowledge.blogspot.com/2009/02/jack-welch-management.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5076186227580715142.post-4725613075654244991Sat, 07 Feb 2009 16:33:00 +00002009-02-08T00:55:40.200+08:00Communication SkillInfluenceManagerA manager with a persuading style is like a parent in the way they treat people. They make the decisions, and then try to persuade people that this is the best course of action.Good pointsPeople generally feel less dominated than with an authoritarian manager. Some people may like this level of control and care. Bad pointsSome people may resent the manager, as they are not treated as adults. The http://learning-knowledge.blogspot.com/2009/02/manager-styles.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5076186227580715142.post-7512353165767926568Sat, 07 Feb 2009 13:50:00 +00002009-02-07T22:10:10.626+08:00InfluenceLeadershipManagementAre you a leader? Or just a manager? What’s the difference, you ask? If you don’t know, you’re probably in the wrong job. A leader energizes and motivates a sales force to achieve seemingly impossible goals. A manager makes sure all reports are in on time. Leaders innovate. Managers...well, they manage. Lest you think this is a bunch of New Age business-seminar babble. In the twenty-first centuryhttp://learning-knowledge.blogspot.com/2009/02/leaders-vs-managers.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5076186227580715142.post-1190210391877396779Sat, 07 Feb 2009 05:18:00 +00002009-02-07T13:27:57.892+08:00CoachingManagementMentoringTalent ManagementEffective mentoring benefits everyone involved – the mentee and mentor, the organisation and the mentee’s line manager, in the employment context. Much the same is true in a community context; where there are major benefits for society from helping people overcome disadvantage and disaffection.For the mentee, mentoring provides a safe haven to explore personal, work and career issues. The mentorhttp://learning-knowledge.blogspot.com/2009/02/benefits-of-mentoring.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5076186227580715142.post-5978279992156873263Sat, 07 Feb 2009 04:40:00 +00002009-02-07T13:36:51.424+08:00CoachingCommunication SkillLearning OrganisationTalent ManagementThis killing tendency is all too common. When you talk at someone, you’re talking down to her. You’re being condescending. Often this kind of approach is accompanied by pointing a finger or pen, and the frequent use of words like “I want” and “you should.” It can’t even be called “giving orders” — it is attacking people with rank and the threat of retribution. The result? Over time, team members http://learning-knowledge.blogspot.com/2009/02/building-sustainable-relationship.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5076186227580715142.post-722633418380685725Fri, 06 Feb 2009 14:17:00 +00002009-02-06T22:32:31.052+08:00BrainstormingCreativityInnovationProblem SolvingWhy Brainstorming Fails• People are self-conscious.• There is no focus.• People evaluate each other’s ideas.• People get defensive.• Ideas are variations on a theme.• One person dominates.• Some people do not participate.• The group loses energy.• There are no really new ideas.Guidelines for Guidelines for Brainstorming• Focus matters: Know your objective.• Start alone, then join together.• No http://learning-knowledge.blogspot.com/2009/02/brainstorming.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5076186227580715142.post-8959380806374446669Thu, 05 Feb 2009 14:46:00 +00002009-02-05T23:18:53.148+08:00CoachingGeneralInfluenceLeadershipManagementTalent ManagementA concept related to authority is delegation. Delegation is the downward transfer of authority from a manager to a subordinate. Most organizations today encourage managers to delegate authority in order to provide maximum flexibility in meeting customer needs. In addition, delegation leads to empowerment, in that people have the freedom to contribute ideas and do their jobs in the best possible http://learning-knowledge.blogspot.com/2009/02/delegation.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5076186227580715142.post-1463737330751786039Thu, 05 Feb 2009 14:26:00 +00002009-02-05T23:16:32.268+08:00Communication SkillLeadershipLearning OrganisationManagementTalent ManagementWritten communication has several advantages. First, it provides a record for referral and follow-up. Second, written communication is an inexpensive means of providing identical messages to a large number of people. The major limitation of written communication is that the sender does not know how or if the communication is received unless a reply is required.Unfortunately, writing skills are http://learning-knowledge.blogspot.com/2009/02/written-communication-skills.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5076186227580715142.post-6181323244942888540Wed, 04 Feb 2009 16:27:00 +00002009-02-05T00:54:40.155+08:00InfluenceLeadershipManagementTo model conscience, set a good example. To engage in pathfinding, jointly determine the course. To achieve alignment and discipline, set up and manage systems to stay on course. And to empower and evoke passion, focus on results, not methods. And then get out of people’s way and give help as requested.These modeling roles are sequential. We must first strive to find our voice personally before http://learning-knowledge.blogspot.com/2009/02/voice-of-influence.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5076186227580715142.post-7230300963957315765Wed, 04 Feb 2009 13:46:00 +00002009-02-04T22:04:09.186+08:00GeneralLeadershipManagementFor individuals and organizations, effectiveness is no longer merely an option. Your survival requires it. But to thrive, excel and lead in the Knowledge Worker Age, we must move beyond effectiveness to greatness, which includes fulfillment, passionate execution and significant contribution. Accessing a higher level of human genius and motivation requires a sea change in thinking. A new mind-set http://learning-knowledge.blogspot.com/2009/02/8th-habit-strategies-to-take-you-from.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5076186227580715142.post-1828268893046583120Tue, 03 Feb 2009 14:40:00 +00002009-02-12T22:46:28.462+08:00Balanced ScorecardManagementPerformance ManagementPerformance Management is a force for both vertical and horizontal integration. Performance management should be integrated into the way the performance of the business is managed and it should link with other key processes such as business strategy, employee development, and total quality management.Vertical integrationIntegration is achieved vertically in two ways. First, it facilitates the http://learning-knowledge.blogspot.com/2009/02/performance-management.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5076186227580715142.post-6895107653127839202Mon, 02 Feb 2009 02:31:00 +00002009-02-02T10:33:36.394+08:00AccountingFinanceManagementThe main objective of management accounting is to provide management information which will help managers to optimize their decisions with a view to improving present performance and providing for longer-term profitable growth. Management accounting could therefore be described as the development and maintenance of a management information system.In carrying out this task, management accountants http://learning-knowledge.blogspot.com/2009/02/management-accounting_02.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5076186227580715142.post-3541886566497288490Mon, 02 Feb 2009 02:25:00 +00002009-02-02T10:30:34.383+08:00AccountingFinanceManagementManagement accounting provides information to management on present and projected costs and on the profitability of individual projects, products, activities or departments as a guide to decision making and financial planning.Management accounting uses the following techniques:Cost accounting – the recording and allocation of cost data.Cost analysis – the classification and analysis of costs to http://learning-knowledge.blogspot.com/2009/02/management-accounting.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5076186227580715142.post-8337244235440203658Sun, 01 Feb 2009 04:43:00 +00002009-02-01T12:50:03.218+08:00Balanced ScorecardManagementThe scorecard process starts with the senior executive management team working together to translate its business unit's strategy into specific strategic objectives. To set financial goals, the team must consider whether to emphasize revenue and market growth, profitability, or cash flow generation. But especially for the customer perspective, the management team must be explicit about the http://learning-knowledge.blogspot.com/2009/02/balanced-scorecard-customer-perspective.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5076186227580715142.post-4291697624762884707Sat, 31 Jan 2009 08:26:00 +00002009-02-05T22:25:57.170+08:00GeneralBlogging is one of the most important things that you can do online for your business. Whether you're using a blog as the main website for your business, or you're using it as a traffic building device for other websites you need to learn to craft great blog posts.Blog posts can bring visitors into your website; visitors who will join your feed and participate with your site in the future. When http://learning-knowledge.blogspot.com/2009/01/blogging.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5076186227580715142.post-2564032316768874236Sat, 31 Jan 2009 01:53:00 +00002009-01-31T09:56:51.260+08:00CoachingManagementTalent ManagementGive the leader a wake-up call about how the organization is changing — Make sure that the leader understands the complexity of the changes required of her. What new results are expected from her in a changing business climate? What impact will this have on the competencies that will be required of her to be successful in the future?Don’t be afraid to confront the leader — Confront her in a http://learning-knowledge.blogspot.com/2009/01/coaching-tips.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5076186227580715142.post-5714894444247124016Sat, 31 Jan 2009 01:41:00 +00002009-01-31T09:51:55.263+08:00CoachingGeneralLeadershipCoaching across cultures means looking for opportunities to unleash more human potential by leveraging cultural differences. The outcome is increased performance and fulfillment. The following case studies illustrate how this can be done in a variety of situations.Leveraging Unilever and Bestfoods CulturesResearch has shown that “over one merger out of two fails. Two out of three do not produce http://learning-knowledge.blogspot.com/2009/01/leveraging-coaching-across-different.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0