by McKenzie Rickman | Oct 11, 2021 | Leadership
A coaching client said, “I need to think of myself as the mini-ceo.” He and his team manage a $2 billion year over year growth plan. You don’t want to walk around like the CEO when you aren’t, but the term ‘mini’ doesn’t float my boat. Stop acting like a blind mouse...
by McKenzie Rickman | Oct 4, 2021 | Leadership
#1. I should have. ‘Should have’ is backward facing. Do your best to speak into the future. Instead of should-ing yourself, say, “Next time.” #2. You should have. Why didn’t you? See #1. ‘Next time’ is better than ‘last time’. Make Your Company Better with...
by McKenzie Rickman | Oct 4, 2021 | Data Security
Many organizations are digitizing more and more of their operations and files. From cloud storage to online signing platforms, it’s easier than ever to scale back the use of printed documents. However, companies would be wise to keep a printed version of certain...
by McKenzie Rickman | Oct 4, 2021 | Leadership
Leadership is hard, demanding work. It’s also one of the most rewarding ways to spend your career. It would be nice if leading well was as easy as it is rewarding. It’s not. It would be nice if leadership was easy. If leadership was easy, more teams would be more...
by McKenzie Rickman | Aug 30, 2021 | Business, Regulations
Small businesses should evaluate what works best for their needs and employees, regardless of policies from big companies. As the coronavirus surges during a fourth wave, companies are scrambling to keep their workplaces safe. With news that the Pfizer vaccine has now...