Author Archive
People
Lisagor: Avoiding management malaise
Negative emotions can drag down any organization that lacks good leadership.
People
Lisagor: My crystal ball gets serious
Predictions have a way of coming true when you and I least expect them to.
People
Lisagor: Developing risk managers
Workshop teaches federal managers how to cope with five major IT program risks
Digital Government
Lisagor: The risky business blues
There are not enough incentives for managers to take a risk on unproven firms or technologies.
People
Lisagor: Counting your neighbor’s wealth
Happiness happens when you stop craving recognition and start giving it to others.
Digital Government
Lisagor: Five habits to avoid
Incompetent managers are easy to spot and difficult for employees to tolerate.
People
Lisagor: Diversity generates creativity
Smart managers seek ideas from people unlike themselves.
People
Lisagor: Are you missing your mission?
Managers need to reinvigorate themselves before they can inspire others
Digital Government
Lisagor: My crystal ball tells me...
Not to disappoint, I have more predictions this year. In 2006, a major tactical war theater decision will be made in an online Navy chat room.
People
Lisagor: Breaking up is hard to do
Good managers find ways to let go of poor employees and bad habits
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People
Lisagor: Old dogs, new tricks
As effective managers, we need to listen at least as often and as well as we speak.
People
Lisagor: Sending mixed messages
A list of the ten most common barriers to good communications.
People
Lisagor: A dash of appreciation
Nothing is more motivating to a person than feeling appreciated
Acquisition
Lisagor: Cheaper and faster, but not yet better
A look at the Clinger-Cohen Act with a tip of the hat to Edgar Allan Poe.
People
Lisagor: Listen, care and engage
Leaders need to set clear objectives and inspire their employees.
People
Lisagor: Organizational tapestry
The best managers share information in an open and collegial manner.
People