The right action accelerates execution. It is beneficial to execute with focus and purpose. Otherwise, you might waste time and effort.The post Do You Know What It Takes to Succeed? appeared first on CDC Synectics on How to Leverage Resources.

4 Steps to Maintain Project Momentum

Jun 16th, 2016

Meeting timelines is important for project execution. There are four step to maintain momentum.The post 4 Steps to Maintain Project Momentum appeared first on CDC Synectics on How to Leverage Resources.

5 Myths of Complex Solutions

May 20th, 2016

There are different solutions to tackle a problem. A complex solution is not necessarily a better one. Look out for these 5 myths.The post 5 Myths of Complex Solutions appeared first on CDC Synectics on How to Leverage Resources.

Working Decisively in the Gray Zone

Apr 20th, 2016

Dealing with uncertainties could be nerve-wracking. There are 3 techniques you could use.The post Working Decisively in the Gray Zone appeared first on CDC Synectics on How to Leverage Resources.

It’s All In the Details

Mar 9th, 2016

Execution is all about details. To be successful, there are four things you need.The post It’s All In the Details appeared first on CDC Synectics on How to Leverage Resources.

Why Causality is Important to Results Measurement

Feb 16th, 2016

Not sure what drives success? Consider the causal link to result. The relationship between action and outcome is crucial to defining what is important to measure.The post Why Causality is Important to Results Measurement appeared first on CDC

Are You an Effective Manager?

Jan 20th, 2016

Are you able to manage your team for sound performance? There are 4 things you could do to enhance your effectiveness.The post Are You an Effective Manager? appeared first on CDC Synectics on How to Leverage Resources.

Did You Achieve Your Goals?

Dec 30th, 2015

To assess whether you have achieved your goals for the year, you need to review the results you have been monitoring. Listen to the podcast and see what the 3 key elements are for results measurement.The post Did You Achieve Your Goals? appear

The Incredible Contagious Energy

Nov 19th, 2015

It is frustrating when negativity puts a halt to an otherwise meaningful discussion on solving a problem. See how you could turn things around by leading with focus and positive thinking.The post The Incredible Contagious Energy appeared first

5 Ways to Help Overwhelmed Employees

Oct 30th, 2015

Productivity is greatly impacted when your employees are overwhelmed. There are 5 ways you could help.The post 5 Ways to Help Overwhelmed Employees appeared first on CDC Synectics on How to Leverage Resources.

10 Ways to Benefit from Consistency

Sep 18th, 2015

Consistency business practices boost customer satisfaction and productivity. Find out how you could leverage it.The post 10 Ways to Benefit from Consistency appeared first on CDC Synectics on How to Leverage Resources.

How to Make Sound Fact-based Decisions

Aug 18th, 2015

Fact-based decision-making is one of the many approaches to decision-making. Having the data doesn’t help to make sound decisions unless you do 5 things.The post How to Make Sound Fact-based Decisions appeared first on CDC Synectics on How to

Are You Treating Cause or Effect?

Jul 22nd, 2015

Effects get us excited about taking action. Dealing with a cause usually takes more effort than dealing with an effect. Find out why and aim for a real solution.The post Are You Treating Cause or Effect? appeared first on CDC Synectics on How

Simplicity is Golden

Jun 19th, 2015

Work tasks consume time and money. By keeping things simple, you expedite completion and improve productivity. More importantly, you build a solid foundation for transitioning to the digital era. Review the two areas Connie identifies for oppor

Are You Solving the Right Problem?

May 27th, 2015

Do you want to make sure that you are clear on the problem you need to solve? There are 7 questions you ought to ask.The post Are You Solving the Right Problem? appeared first on CDC Synectics on How to Leverage Resources.

Winning Minds for Change

Apr 23rd, 2015 1m 41s

Resistance is a key barrier to change implementation. There is no short-cut to getting people on-side. An effective tact is to sell the case for change through winning minds.The post Winning Minds for Change appeared first on CDC Synectics on

How to Orient Your Operations to be Customer-focused

Mar 18th, 2015 2m 7s

Operational excellence is more than an internal business challenge. Find out how to orient your operations to be customer-focused to build customer satisfaction and loyalty.The post How to Orient Your Operations to be Customer-focused appeared

Tips on Developing a Scoring Model for Decision Making

Jan 22nd, 2015 2m 55s

To make sound decisions, you need a scoring model to rank the options. Connie shares a few tips on developing a good model.The post Tips on Developing a Scoring Model for Decision Making appeared first on CDC Synectics on How to Leverage Resou

How to Select Prioritization Criteria

Jan 17th, 2015 2m 30s

Tips on how to select relevant criteria for prioritization.The post How to Select Prioritization Criteria appeared first on CDC Synectics on How to Leverage Resources.

Differences between Common Practices and Best Practices

Nov 14th, 2014 2m 55s

Common practices are not necessarily best practices. Connie shares a few distinct differences between the two.The post Differences between Common Practices and Best Practices appeared first on CDC Synectics on How to Leverage Resources.

How to Avoid Complacency

Oct 30th, 2014 2m 8s

Complacency is a silent damper of improvement. Connie highlights the causes for complacency that companies need to look out for.The post How to Avoid Complacency appeared first on CDC Synectics on How to Leverage Resources.

How Your Company can Benefit from Standardization

Sep 19th, 2014 4m 22s

Standardization helps to streamline operations and simplify administration. Connie shares a few tips on how your business can benefit from it.The post How Your Company can Benefit from Standardization appeared first on CDC Synectics on How to

Types of Performance Measures

Aug 14th, 2014 3m 39s

The different types of performance measures are used for different purposes. Don’t get overwhelmed by their label, focus on what you want to achieve.The post Types of Performance Measures appeared first on CDC Synectics on How to Leverage Reso

How to Stop the Vicious Cycle

Jul 18th, 2014 2m 10s

When an issue repeatedly usurps resources that could have been better utilized, it is time to stop the vicious cycle. Connie shares a few tips on how to free yourself from the dilemma. The post How to Stop the Vicious Cycle appeared first on

How to Stop Paving the Cow Path

Jun 11th, 2014 3m 12s

Doing work the same old way would get you the same result. Listen for tips on how to overcome the problems with paving the cow path.The post How to Stop Paving the Cow Path appeared first on CDC Synectics on How to Leverage Resources.