Ideas in Focus
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Explore Yourself, Don’t Exploit Others
Many in positions of power—whether in boardrooms, governments, or organizations—fall into the trap of exploitation. They use people as tools to advance personal agendas, climbing higher by pushing others down. But……….
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Why Titles Don’t Make Leaders?
“When an eagle sits on a huge building, it looks majestic. On the other hand, when a crow sits on the same building, ………………. This simple analogy offers a powerful insight into leadership: it’s not merely the position you hold, but the presence you carry that defines your impact.
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The Deaf Manager: When Leaders Fail to Listen
Many managers, operate with blind spots. They expect responsiveness, accountability, and communication from their teams, but when results fall short, they often blame employees without reflecting on their own limitations……
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Lead Like Honey, Not Like Rot
In nature, bees are drawn to nectar and honey—symbols of purity, value, and productivity. Flies, on the other hand, are lured to rot and decay—symbols of disorder and toxicity. Surprisingly, this analogy fits…….
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Are Our People Asset of Our Organization?
Are our people really an asset in an organization? What does that asset mean? Not everyone is an asset in an organization. To be an asset…….
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The Training Blind Spot: Key to Missing Link
Organizations continuously invest in training to upskill their workforce, boost productivity, and maintain competitiveness. Yet, despite substantial investments, many leaders question the real impact of training. Will this training really work? Will it create lasting behavior change? Will employees genuinely improve?
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Beyond the LEAN Toolbox: Building a Lean Thinking Culture
While many organizations rush to implement Lean tools such as 5S, Kanban, Value Stream Mapping, and Kaizen, they often overlook the most critical element behind Lean’s success — the development of …….
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Crushing the Blame Game: The Key to Employee Accountability and Engagement
“Clouds and dust are carried by the air, but less intelligent persons say that the sky is cloudy and that the air is dirty.” This powerful quote offers a fresh perspective on a common workplace issue: the blame game……
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Stop Blaming, Start Listening
This short parable speaks volumes about a problem plaguing many workplaces today: leaders who are unaware of their own limitations but quick to assign blame.
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The Power of a Psychological Approach in Corporate Training
Upon attending training, people leave with a certificate but not a commitment. They’ve learned the “what” and “how,” but not the “why” that motivates sustained behaviour change. True leadership isn’t just about what you do—it’s about who you are. Without psychological alignment, behavioural change is unlikely.