James M. Kerr, Management-Issues

James M. Kerr

Management-Issues

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Past articles by James:

Scenario planning: the time is now

As business leaders try to figure out how to stay afloat, it's important not to confuse scenario planning with business continuity planning. The two are not the same. → Read More

I think differently and that's OK

Conventional wisdom says that firms need access to experts from their industry to help them develop strategies that will separate them from the competition. But in reality, nothing can be further from the truth! → Read More

Improve strategic alignment through better metrics

People pay attention to what they’re measured by. So the best way to get a behavior change is to measure to the new behavior intended to be instituted. → Read More

How humor can help shape strategy

More and more companies globally are using humor as part of their brand strategies, and Stand-Up Strategist has just released its second annual ranking of the best corporate April Fools campaigns. → Read More

Principles before personalities

During large-scale reorganizations, discussions can often become heated and turn personal. That's why it's important to keep in mind some techniques to ensure that your teams stay focused on the → Read More

Data Storytelling: Big Data's Next Frontier

5 Tips to yield the best return on this year's Big Data investment (and, they're not about technology)! → Read More

Why 2016 Will Be the Year of the Millennial

Here are 8 predictions for how this year's business agenda will be shaped by an increasing number of Gen Y managers inheriting the throne in 2016. → Read More

5 Things You Can Do to Make 2016 Special

With the New Year upon us, it is time to think about what we can do within our business to make it the best one, yet. Here are 5 ideas that should be at the top of your list for the coming year. → Read More

How to Use the Holiday Wind-Down to Generate Positive Energy for the Coming Year

It can be challenging to get ready for business challenges that lie ahead in the New Year. Here are 5 tips to generate the positive energy that you will need to get 'er done in 2016. → Read More

The Importance of Recognition: A Perfect Story for the Holiday Season

This tale will tug on your heart strings and should help to get you in the mood for celebrating the holidays. → Read More

Raising the Bar: How to Leverage the Organization, Function, and Process Connection for Peak Performance

Flawless execution requires a delicate balance of form, function, and practice. Here are some tips for optimizing these elements within your business. → Read More

Story Telling for Business Growth and Long-Term Accomplishment

Take These 5 Simple Steps Towards Creating a Vision Story that Will Engage and Inspire! → Read More

Business Planning for Funding Your Start-Up Part III: Financial Modeling

This is the last installment of our 3-Part Series on how to build a compelling and investor ready business plan. → Read More

How to Build a Compelling Marketing Plan for Your Startup

This is the second installment of a three-part series on how to build a compelling and investment-worthy business plan. → Read More

Business Planning for Funding Your Start-Up Part I: The Business Synopsis

This is the 1st installment of a 3-Part Series on how to build a compelling and fundable business plan. → Read More

10 Ways to Design Your Workspace for Super Productivity

Here are 10 simple tips to make your workspace a better place to live. → Read More

How 'Doing Good' Can Do Wonders For Your Business

A look at the Arison Investments' Doing Good Program shows that high integrity and strong corporate values drive terrific business outcomes. → Read More

Passive Resistance Exposed: Top 5 Tips for Cracking the Code

When it comes to change, many people will say yes when they mean no. This is a form of passive resistance that can kill a company's change initiatives right in their tracks. Here are 5 tips for identifying this behavior and improving your chances for success. → Read More

The Powerful Influence of 2 Simple Words: 'Yes' and 'No'

Discover the power of these two simple words and the influence that they can have in setting direction and managing change. → Read More

The Powerful Influence of 2 Simple Words: 'Yes' and 'No'

Discover the power of these two simple words and the influence that they can have in setting direction and managing change. → Read More