Author Archives: OJ

About OJ

I am a retired first line manager with over 40 years of experience. In operations management, accounting management, and central operations management. It is my wish to convey some of the experiences I have learned form over the years in the articles on my site.

The First Line Manager: Computers

Posted on September 13, 2011 by OJ

I purchased my first computer in 1985. I saved up to buy this computer. I read a book on DOS 2.1 a couple of years earlier. I would learn about computers. The IBM PC Junior cost me $635.00. At this … Continue reading →

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The First Line Manager: Vision

Posted on August 25, 2011 by OJ

Proverbs 29:18 Where there is no vision, the people perish…Vision is the key word for many executive management programs at universities. These universities understand without a vision companies die. Steve Jobs at Apple Corporation is a good example. When Jobs … Continue reading →

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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 Know Thyself

Posted on July 27, 2011 by OJ

In the forecourt of the Temple of Apollo at Delphi are the words, “Know Thyself.” This is an admonition to people to remember they are not God; and, to enter the Temple with humility. Ben Franklin said, “There are three … Continue reading →

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First Line Manager Focus and Obligation

Posted on July 22, 2011 by OJ

What does focus and obligation have to do with a first line manager’s responsibilities? Focus and obligation are the keys to a successful organization. When I was a young boy my parents did not let me have a magnifying glass. … Continue reading →

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