One golden rule stands out regarding strategic planning in government: involve everyone. True democracy thrives when all voices are heard and actionable insights guide decision-making. So, how do you gather input from diverse stakeholders, synthesize it into meaningful themes, and prioritize focus areas that reflect the community’s collective aspirations? Nick Kittle, a recognized leader in… Read more
Democratic leadership nurtures a positive work environment that motivates your team to perform better and succeed. Democratic leadership is successful in many companies because it prioritizes team empowerment, participation, and collaboration. This style emphasizes and acknowledges the value of stakeholder and team input in decision-making. It gives your team a sense of ownership, which promotes… Read more
Strategic planning in the public sector can feel as daunting as untangling holiday lights. You have the vision of a perfectly decorated tree a community thriving under effective governance but getting there requires meticulous effort and alignment. In a recent Profit.co webinar, Nick Kittle delivered a masterclass on this process with a festive twist, drawing… Read more
Strategic planning isn’t just about making a list of goals. It’s about building a living, breathing framework that connects your mission, vision, and values to real-world action. Especially in the public sector, where transparency and accountability aren’t just buzzwords they’re the backbone of trust. So, how do public sector leaders move from lofty aspirations to… Read more
Business leaders, are you steering your strategy with crystal-clear insights—or flying blind? Profit.co’s dashboards are designed to make your decisions sharper, faster, and smarter. With real-time data and team engagement at their core, these five essential dashboards provide critical insights to align your goals and elevate your decision-making. Let’s explore how they can help you… Read more
Today’s businesses need a GPS for success, one that bridges the gap between high-level vision and daily execution. That GPS is your OKRs (Objectives and Key Results), the gold standard for goal setting. They offer a clear path to measure progress and align teams. But the real challenge lies in execution—crafting aspirational yet achievable objectives… Read more
Transactional leadership empowers your team to perform better by instilling motivation through punishments and rewards. As a leader in any capacity, your role is to encourage, motivate, and inspire your team to be better. In addition to providing the resources they need to excel, you must also provide structure in work processes. This structure comes… Read more
In the highly competitive medical equipment manufacturing industry, operational efficiency, quality, and regulatory compliance are fundamental to success. With the sector’s focus on innovation, safety, and quality standards, manufacturers are under constant pressure to deliver reliable, cost-effective products while meeting stringent regulatory demands. Achieving these goals requires a structured approach to strategic objectives and key… Read more
Managing different projects at the same time can be exciting yet challenging. Figuring out how to monitor, share, and collect results is often confusing, especially if the projects depend on or relate to each other. You can easily resolve this challenge with a bit of structure to ensure you don’t neglect some areas. Project portfolio… Read more
In project management, setting and meeting deadlines is essential. It enables you to structure the project timeline, monitor progress, and deliver swift, reliable results. Consistently delivering on time helps clients gain confidence in your team, which builds your brand’s reputation. However, it’s often challenging to set and achieve goals and deadlines. Generous deadlines can encourage… Read more
Bias doesn’t just affect performance appraisals it damages trust, slows growth, and reduces engagement. Let’s face it performance reviews have a reputation problem. For many employees, they are a dreaded annual ritual that frustrates them, makes them feel overlooked, or leaves them entirely in the dark. And it’s not like companies aren’t trying. Gartner’s research… Read more
As organizations evolve in their approaches to performance management and goal-setting, one key element often overlooked is the role of trust and credibility. It’s about more than simply achieving targets; it’s about building a culture where employees feel confident in their managers and empowered to speak up, share ideas, and actively participate in shaping goals…. Read more