Frederic Boulanger, founder and CEO of Macadamian Technologies Inc., discusses the role his company plays as a software consultancy that helps clients develop successful products, the demands this puts on staff and how the company has remained a destination employer for the best talent. He stresses the importance of an “egoless” culture in which staff feel comfortable engaging with senior management, there is regular communication through forums such as town hall meetings, and staff have strong leadership thats maintain morale and productivity to ensure the company “stays the course” in challenging times.
Posts Tagged ‘leadership’
Productive, engaged employees result from strong leadership
by Doug and Caroline Somers - Friday, July 3rd, 2009Dedicated and productive employees are a reflection of the leadership, vision and organizational focus demonstrated by their superiors. This is no more evident than now, when the challenges of a recessionary economy demand that everyone provide their best effort and pull in the same direction to maintain the organization’s competitive edge.
Of course, basic human nature [...]
Creative ways to retain good staff in tough times
by Jane Brydges - Wednesday, July 1st, 2009There is no overstating the importance of keeping good employees who make your business tick, especially when times are tough. Managers and owners can ill afford to divert the time and effort it takes to recruit and train replacements from the challenges of reduced cash flow, weak sales or sagging market share.
But while you may [...]
Don’t keep your employees in the dark if you want to keep them
by Jane Brydges - Wednesday, July 1st, 2009In a challenging economy, it’s natural for employees to be anxious about their job security and the future of the organization. They need reassurance and an expression of confidence from the top to maintain their morale and foster a positive outlook. Otherwise, it may take only one call from the competition to lure away them [...]
Where will you take your business in the next 18 months?
by Terry Ledden - Sunday, June 28th, 2009Despite the current economic conditions, opportunities are plentiful for those who are willing to invest the energy to uncover them. Demonstrating the traits of good leadership is crucial, but first, here are specific areas on which to focus when developing your strategy for growing your business.
Your business
You need to be very focused on your target [...]
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