Insights: Balaji’s Food For Thought (Page 2)
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At a recent meeting, I was asked by a senior executive how one would know if an employee is ready to be empowered. I was tempted to respond, tongue in […]
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Millennials seem entitled, don’t they? In an attempt to be individualistic, they appear self-centered. Coddled as kids and reassured that they are the best by their parents, they have seemingly […]
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The Power of Declaring Version 2.0
Balaji’s Food For Thought - May 3, 2017
This medicine is not suitable for all. But if you can pull it off, it can be quite effective.
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Do You Expect a Recovery in 2012?
Balaji’s Food For Thought - Jan 9, 2017
To grow muscle, you must cut out fat.
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Caution: Falling Axioms
Balaji’s Food For Thought - Dec 22, 2016
Are culture and strategy even separate? Perhaps. The issue is the absence of the integration of the two.
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First off, let me warn you that if you are a business owner, this article might hit too close to home. But please understand, no offense is intended. Just like […]
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Let the Pendulum Swing
Balaji’s Food For Thought - Jul 7, 2016
Companies adopt either a centralized structure or a divisionalized structure. Any corporate manager will tell you – the pendulum swings between centralization and divisionalization every three years or so. If […]
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Don’t Sell Donuts
Balaji’s Food For Thought - May 4, 2016
Let me describe a company and see if you can guess its name. I will quickly narrow your choices by revealing that this company is what the industry calls a […]
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This Tango Takes Three!
Balaji’s Food For Thought - Apr 5, 2016
This month’s article is an attempt to change the conversation with a non-performing employee from one of blame to one of collective responsibility. We are happy to point out that, […]
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We offer a taxonomy of the roles of the board, highlighting items relevant to private, public and non-profit organizations