Thursday, October 16, 2008

Pheaney's Great Quote from the Last PALC

"As a leader and manager you have two options:
#1) Invest minimal time in goal-setting, live with fuzzy targets and use your superior motivational skills to pump up the sagging morale of your team. You'll actually save time this way because you'll never have to waste time celebrating success.
#2) Invest time with your team in goal-setting. You've learned that every day invested up front on clear targets will eliminate days of expensive wrong turns, one-way streets and blind alleys - so your team is focused on clear goals that align with the mission. Your monthly celebrations and your spontaneous affirmation moments keep your team's spirit high."
—John Pearson, Master the Management Buckets: 20 Critical Competencies for leading your business or nonprofit

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