Category Archives: motivation

We’re All in Sales

Posted on July 18, 2015 by Big_GH

It is often said that everyone who works at a company is in sales, and there is some truth in that.  Every time you interact with someone outside of your company you represent your company.  You are being evaluated, and … Continue reading →

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Tribal Leadership

Posted on September 9, 2014 by Big_GH

One of my favourite books of 2013 was Tribal Leadership: I’m not going to go into the details here as there are plenty of better places to get that information.  Buy the book, check out this TED video or listen to the … Continue reading →

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What Makes a Good Manager?

Posted on December 18, 2011 by Big_GH

I have worked with many managers over the years.  Some of them I have found inspirational, others absolutely unbearable, but I’ve tried to learn from them all. So, what is it that makes a good manager? Well, here’s my 5 … Continue reading →

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Changing Managers

Posted on February 9, 2011 by Big_GH

As part of a very successful and growing company it has been interesting to observe and be part of the changes that have taken place. When I first became Software Development Manager I had responsibility for all aspects of our … Continue reading →

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A Tale of Two Projects

Posted on January 15, 2011 by Big_GH

I’ve recently had the opportunity to be part of two similar projects each being run using a different methodology. Both projects ran for a year, with the second project a continuation of the first. Let’s look at the various aspects … Continue reading →

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Staff Appraisals

Posted on November 14, 2010 by Big_GH

It’s that time of year where I need to appraise all my staff and present recommendations to the board on any adjustments to their job roles and salaries.  I thought I’d use this post to collect my thoughts on how … Continue reading →

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Thoughts behind Project Management Alchemy

Posted on November 14, 2010 by Big_GH

I had intended this follow up to Project Management Alchemy to be written a little quicker than it has been.  However, my work has taken me on a couple of foreign trips (to Copenhagen and New York) and my free time … Continue reading →

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