Occasionally you read a book and you immediately relate to it. Not only do you comprehend the words and concepts the author is trying to convey, but you can actually feel how it relates to you personally, your professional life, and your own journey of constant improvement. Surviving Your Serengeti, by Stefan Swanepoel is one…read more
Are You Settling for a Pale Version of the Possible?
Monday, May 31st, 2010
“Settling for a pale version of the possible” is my favorite line in Tony Schwartz’ new book, The Way We’re Working Isn’t Working. It’s in essence the question that we so often avoid because it gets to the core of our most intimate desire to be the best that we can be. Those with the…read more
The 3 C’s of a Successful 21st Century Business
Tuesday, March 30th, 2010
Overtime, many businesses end up evolving through the lens of problem solving and not through the lens of what they want to create. When you take the time to focus on what differentiates a company from its competition, what value it brings to its clients and the world, and what it really wants to become,…read more
Individually AND Together
Monday, February 1st, 2010
“Individually and Together” — three words I heard this weekend from Will.i.am being interviewed as he fondly remembered the journey of success for his group The Black Eyed Peas. Yes, I am over 40 and a fan of the Black Eyed Peas! As a writer, sometimes you hear a group of words in one context…read more
Rebuilding Haiti – A Unified Strategy
Monday, January 18th, 2010
When you see the level of response from the US and nations around the world to the tragic earthquake that rocked Haiti only a few days ago, it is hard not to feel proud of the quality of global citizenship displayed by so many. Individuals and organizations have been sent to help with security, medical…read more
Being the Best vs. Constant Improvement
Tuesday, January 12th, 2010
Just as we must be careful of the words we use with ourselves, so as not to unintentionally sabotage our own motivation; we must also be careful with the words we choose to exemplify our commitment to excellence inside our businesses. There is a big difference between a goal of being the best and one…read more
Realistic Impossibilities
Friday, January 8th, 2010
This week YURU is guest blogging on Blogging Innovation, a leading innovation and marketing blog from Braden Kelley of Business Strategy Innovation. We are honored to be a guest blogger as this is one of the best places on the web to find latest discussions on business innovation. Click here to read Realistic Impossibilities share:…read more
Is Less Risk Really the Best Business Strategy?
Tuesday, September 22nd, 2009
Was it really the amount of risk taken in the past few years that triggered the financial crisis, or might it be the type of risks taken that are the real culprits? Perhaps, a simple case of too many eggs in one basket for too long? Yes, banks kept piling on debt securities from residential…read more
Collaboration Equals Success – Part 2 of 2
Friday, July 10th, 2009
What Promotes Collaboration Inside Organizations? Without the proper culture and structure, collaboration and all of its benefits will elude even the most determined company. Stakeholders, organizational structure, leadership style, culture, and mission must all be properly aligned in order to create a model that promotes collaboration and success. Like creativity, collaboration cannot be forced; it…read more
