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The First Line Manager: Back to Basics

Posted on August 16, 2011 by OJ

Experience teaches senior first line managers when and how to “go back to basics.” Many times during my career I heard this statement, “we have to go back to basics.” When executive managers speak this phase, it comes with vague … Continue reading →

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First Line Manager in All Thy Getting Get Wisdom

Posted on July 19, 2011 by OJ

First line managers must use wisdom to make effective decisions. They must reconciled differences between people and processes. When we think of wisdom we usually think of King Solomon. We remember the decision he made about a baby. Two women … Continue reading →

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The First Line Manager is risky business

Posted on July 1, 2011 by OJ

Thinking you know; Knowing; knowing you know. There is a difference. This difference determines how and when you make decisions that lead your organization. Your knowledge of these differences is the foundation of trust in leading employees. Thinking you know, … Continue reading →

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