Inside Track Digest January 2010
Our quarterly strategy digest that is packed with strategic advice and practical tips. Each issue is guest edited by members of our consulting team so you can hear what they have to say.
- Editor's view
Talent for the future
The way we've talked about and developed talent has been intricately linked to changes in the business climate. Virginia Merritt looks at what the future holds for talent development in the years ahead.
Read this article "Talent for the future"
- In the news
Mindful leaders
A local school introduces exercises in mindful meditation for their students, but how can being more mindful help busy leaders prioritise important tasks and spot potential dangers sooner?
Read this article "Mindful leaders"
- Tip of the month
Choosing your trusted advisor
In honour of the great David Maister, who has just announced his retirement, we look at one of his much used concepts 'the trusted advisor' and find out how to choose one that's right for you.
Read this article "Choosing your trusted advisor"
- Your questions answered
Q: How do I handle the difficult situation of telling an executive team colleague that he is simply not delivering what we need from him or his function, yet I want to help him be successful in his leadership role?
A: A tricky one. Firstly, banish the idea of ‘telling’ him what you think – you have to find a way to help him see for himself what is going on and what contribution he needs to make. How can you do that?Read this article "How do I handle the difficult situation of telling an executive team colleague that he is simply not delivering what we need from him or his function, yet I want to help him be successful in his leadership role?"
