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Why Are Our Leaders Constantly Overwhelmed? Observation The leader arrives with a plan for the day. Before the first hour is over, someone needs an approval. […]

Why Do We Only Address Issues After They Become Serious? Observation Organizations frequently recognize developing problems earlier than they admit. The information exists, but the situation […]

Why Do Emergencies Dominate Our Day? Observation The day begins with priorities. Then the phone rings. A customer needs immediate attention. An employee needs a decision. […]

Why Does the Organization Seem Stuck in Survival Mode? Observation Some organizations are succeeding just enough to remain exhausted. Customers are being served. Payroll gets made. […]

Why Do Small Issues Become Major Problems? Observation A customer raises a minor concern. A project begins slipping by a few days. An expense comes in […]

Why Are We Constantly Behind Schedule? Observation When a project falls behind schedule, attention usually turns immediately toward execution. Who missed the deadline? Why is the […]

Why Are We Always Reacting Instead of Planning? Observation Most organizations don’t lack plans. They lack protected attention for them. The strategic priorities discussed at Monday’s […]

Why Does Every Crisis Feel Unexpected? Observation A project suddenly goes off schedule. A strong employee unexpectedly resigns. Cash becomes tighter than anticipated. A customer relationship […]

Why Do Problems Keep Recurring? Observation Some problems disappear just long enough for everyone to believe they have been solved. A customer complains. The complaint is […]