We all want a high performing workplace. And most of us want a healthy workplace culture along with it. But if you’re a business owner or CEO, have you ever thought about the impact your own attitude and behavior is […]
Brian Oken
SMART Goals Are Not Enough to Manage Performance
A quick review here before I start this article about SMART goals and better hiring decisions: SMART goals are goals which are Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant and Time-based. Sometimes people use other, similar words for the letters but in general […]
I’m So Angry I Could Fire Everyone! (Part 2)
The first part of this story dealt with a frustrated CEO/owner who ultimately realized that one of the issues he was wrestling with was what he really wanted from his organization. He also had a partner who (he felt) took […]
I’m So Angry I Could Fire Everyone!! (Part 1)
As an executive coach, I work mostly with CEOs, presidents and business owners. I work with my clients one-on-one and I am available to them whenever they need me. As a result, some of the most honest calls I receive […]
Where are Vistage Meetings Held?
After a short introductory conversaton, many of my prospective Vistage members search for additional information about the commitments and obligations that go along with being part of a high performing Vistage group – maybe one of the reasons you’re reading […]
What is a Typical Vistage Meeting Like?
For those of you who are considering either a peer advisory group or private business coaching, you may be wondering what a typical day is like at a monthly Vistage meeting. I remember feeling the same way when I first […]