Organizations are much like organisms. It is important to stay healthy to be most effective and happy. When was the last time yours had a "check up"? Perhaps it is time for your business to check your vital signs and other indicators of health?
First of all, the best (whether individual or corporate) understand a basic truth: Health is NOT just the absence of disease. Instead, true health is the presence of vitality!
Consider your current organizational symptoms. Is your operation getting optimal results? Is there dynamic, principle-based leadership throughout the organization? Do all the different "parts" (operational functions) interact effectively with each other? Are there indications of illness in one part of your company that is negatively affecting the rest of the business?
One way to think about your organization is similar to how your body operates.
The Brain - Unclear/unhealthy focus "directs" the rest of the body (Leadership must provide a compelling vision, standards, and communicate guidance to all parts of the operation).
Various physiological functions (lungs/breathing, blood/circulatory system, food/digestive system, protection/immune system, etc.) all must work together like departments/divisions of a business to walk, talk, and accomplish anything.
Ask yourself some questions:
1. If you had a physical problem that was causing you pain or limiting you significantly, wouldn't you do something (ex. visit a medical specialist) to correct that situation? Why wouldn't you do the same for your business?
2. Is your business operating at peak health? If not, what are you "feeding" your company? Does it have a healthy "diet"? Does your operation have proper balance? Are you "working out" and challenging your business to improve and grow? Are all the different functions aligned and working together properly to ensure the best outcomes?
3. How are you (and your colleagues) participating in your well-being? Do you have a plan that serves your "body" so you can best serve those customers that you were born to serve?
Take your vital signs and consider the health path you are on now, and where it is leading you. Then make a decision about your corporate lifestyle. Will it lead to where you want to be in your future? Will it allow you to leave the vital legacy you want to leave?
Think about it. But more importantly, do something about it...today!
**For world-class results, get proven solutions by contacting former Disney business performance experts at 1-888-MDJONES/635-6637 or online at www.SmallWorldAlliance.com.
First of all, the best (whether individual or corporate) understand a basic truth: Health is NOT just the absence of disease. Instead, true health is the presence of vitality!
Consider your current organizational symptoms. Is your operation getting optimal results? Is there dynamic, principle-based leadership throughout the organization? Do all the different "parts" (operational functions) interact effectively with each other? Are there indications of illness in one part of your company that is negatively affecting the rest of the business?
One way to think about your organization is similar to how your body operates.
The Brain - Unclear/unhealthy focus "directs" the rest of the body (Leadership must provide a compelling vision, standards, and communicate guidance to all parts of the operation).
Various physiological functions (lungs/breathing, blood/circulatory system, food/digestive system, protection/immune system, etc.) all must work together like departments/divisions of a business to walk, talk, and accomplish anything.
Ask yourself some questions:
1. If you had a physical problem that was causing you pain or limiting you significantly, wouldn't you do something (ex. visit a medical specialist) to correct that situation? Why wouldn't you do the same for your business?
2. Is your business operating at peak health? If not, what are you "feeding" your company? Does it have a healthy "diet"? Does your operation have proper balance? Are you "working out" and challenging your business to improve and grow? Are all the different functions aligned and working together properly to ensure the best outcomes?
3. How are you (and your colleagues) participating in your well-being? Do you have a plan that serves your "body" so you can best serve those customers that you were born to serve?
Take your vital signs and consider the health path you are on now, and where it is leading you. Then make a decision about your corporate lifestyle. Will it lead to where you want to be in your future? Will it allow you to leave the vital legacy you want to leave?
Think about it. But more importantly, do something about it...today!
**For world-class results, get proven solutions by contacting former Disney business performance experts at 1-888-MDJONES/635-6637 or online at www.SmallWorldAlliance.com.
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