Business Leadership
How to Avoid Bad Conclusions
Correlation and causation are commonly confused, but we clear things up on this episode. We take a look at what causes incorrect conclusions and how to avoid them.
Read MoreHow to Make Good Decisions
Decisions, big and small, are required on an ongoing basis. Without an effective way to make a decision, you can get stuck very easily–or even worse–make bad decisions. In this Thrive in 5 video, Tom shows you great ways to think through a decision-making process.
Read MoreAnnual Planning
As you reach the end of the year, your attention as an owner or executive of your business turns toward planning for next year. One of the most effective ways to build that plan is to engage in an annual planning session. In this video, Tom will outline things he’s learned facilitating annual planning sessions…
Read MoreMosquitos, Rodents and Black Swans
It’s easy to focus a lot of attention on the things that are working in our businesses. But, in doing so we often miss a diverse set of hostile and antagonist forces that could create bigger problems for us. In this video, Tom outlines three categories of problems that we need to be aware of…
Read MoreThe Power of Good Questions
Questions can be much more important than answers. We take an in-depth look at what kind of questions are important and how they can be used to your benefit.
Read MoreProblems or Decisions
We examine the words of Richard Koch and Laura Posey to determine the difference between problems and decisions that need to be made. Don’t let fear, uncertainty, and other road blocks keep you from coming to a resolution.
Read MoreManaging by Commitment Part 2: The Circle
In the Part 2 of this leadership video, Tom focuses on the alternate path to managing by assumption or expectation – managing by commitment. This process can radically impact how you manage and the results you get from implementing it in your life and shred business. If Tom only had one lesson he could teach…
Read MoreManaging by Commitment Part 1: The Gap
As a leader in your shred business, it’s easy to get frustrated and annoyed by team members who don’t do what you expect them to do. When their actions do not live up to your expectations, you get stuck in the “gap”. In Part 1 of this two-part business leadership training video series, Tom explains…
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