Profiles Asia Pacific Corporate Strategic Planning 2017
This article was written by Ruby Manalac, and was originally posted on LinkedIn. What I learned during the corporate strategic planning retreat It was about 5:30 p.m. when we finally got on board the "ferry" boat that would take us to Dalaruan, Puerto Galera, where held our corporate strategic planning retreat. The sea was placid amidst the darkening sky. There was a sense of excitement, anxiety and jovial mood for all generally. It would be [...]
Reboot Your Work Drive: Improve Focus at Work
Improve focus at work with a few simple tips Rediscovering a passion for what you do can increase your focus at work simply because you care about what you're doing. Often, gaining back that internal motivation is just what you and your employees need to increase concentration and job satisfaction. It isn't easy to find meaning in your work once you've grown bored or "burned out," but it isn't impossible. Below are a [...]
Are You an Expert in Your Field?
When most people practice, they focus on the things they already know how to do. Deliberate practice is different. It entails considerable, specific, and sustained efforts to do something you can’t do well—or even at all. Research across domains shows that it is only by working at what you can’t do that you turn into the expert you want to become. – Harvard Business Review Being the go-to authority in your industry has powerful effects on your business [...]
Have a Short- and Long-Term Strategy
Good leaders are aware of their surroundings; they know their employees, how the business is performing, and the strengths and weaknesses of the company. Great leaders look ahead; they establish an effective recruitment and retention program, identify the threats and opportunities of a company, and invest in a long-term business strategy. Both short- and long-term planning and strategy is imperative to business success, for multiple reasons. Short-term (Managerial) These are daily operational tasks that must [...]
3 Steps to Improving Your Business Success
Businesses are constantly evolving to adapt to industry trends and consumer needs. Continuous improvement is a necessity to stay current with clients and remain the brand of choice for your target audience. Thanks to modern technology and innovative solutions, improving your business is possible with a dedicated investment and a few crucial steps. Strategize Have a clear strategy that you revisit periodically Every company needs to have a clear direction in order to grow and [...]