Scott Adams, the creator of Dilbert, is famously critical of the workplace with his cynical cartoons. He entertains millions with his experiences of jargon-filled corporate speak and the lack of emotionally honest messages.
Blog Archive | 2019
Do CEOs really have time to waste on emotional intelligence?
Posted on December 14, 2019 by Paul O'Dea
Why the autumn term is a good time for Growth Planning
Posted on September 29, 2019 by Emer O'Donnell
There is something about the autumn term; fresh new schoolbooks, new pencils and leaves falling from the trees. For most of us, as far back as early childhood, autumn represents a fresh start.
Tyranny of the major customer - fire them, it will make you stronger
Posted on May 08, 2019 by Paul O'Dea
We all love the certainty of the solid revenue that comes from a big customer. It gives us credibility with other prospects. It pays a lot of salaries. Occasionally we reflect on the risk to our business if they left us...most of the time we don't.
A novel approach...closing that all-important first reference customer
Posted on March 13, 2019 by Paul O'Dea
American Embassy, DublinWinning the first international reference site is tough. The normal rules don't apply. Greg Turley (Cartrawler) told a great story recently which has become known as the 'embassy close'.
Feedback - seeking it out
Posted on January 05, 2019 by Emer O'Donnell
I seem to be having a lot of conversations about feedback recently. I’ve been struck by how many people work in a feedback vacuum. Despite a growing ‘feedback’ culture, for many, the only real feedback they get is at their annual performance review. For others, particularly leaders in a business, they don’t even get this.
