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10/01/2018

Recent research shows that over 80% of operational downtime is due to the way assets are operated. In this article, Mark Venables of Forbes show why even the most advanced technology can become tainted when there isn't a focus on organizational culture and collaboration between teams.

People are key to digital transformation. Technology alone cannot drive change.

09/28/2018

What would YOU give up to keep your smartphone?

While large appliances in our home are becoming more energy efficient, smartphones and other small electronics are taking up more power, according to BC Hydro.

09/20/2018

Why are 84% of Forbes Global 2000 companies failing in their digital transformation efforts so far? Because they’re obsessing over the technology without re-aligning the people or the culture. It’s not an either/or proposition – you need both. Yet companies are spending billions on shiny new toys and hoping the old skills and attitudes will shift too. Wishful thinking.

Creating a team that understands change as a core competency is more important than technology when it comes to digital transformation.

07/03/2018

https://www.fastcompany.com/90177678/how-to-check-email-on-vacation-and-still-enjoy-yourself?utm_source=postup&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Leadership%20Daily&position=2&partner=newsletter&campaign_date=07032018

Smartphones often blur the line between professional and personal life, so if you must check your work email, follow these guidelines to set some limits.

06/20/2018

https://www.inc.com/geoffrey-james/this-im-on-vacation-auto-reply-email-is-freaking-brilliant.html?cid=nl029week25day18_2&utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Inc%20Must%20Reads&position=1&partner=newsletter&campaign_date=18062018

Why should you be burdened with digging through two weeks of emails the moment you get back?

06/04/2018

In this article, Teresa Spangler states that “culture is the single most important factor” in digital transformation. Is your company thinking about the human impact as they race to build shiny new tools? If not, it might be a good time to reflect on how the technology will affect your most precious assets – your people. http://ow.ly/7CZu30kk9H1

05/24/2018

"Karoshi" is the Japanese word for 'Death by Overwork'. Is your job important enough to die for? This worn-out monk doesn't think so.

Monk’s lawyer says client was forced to perform paid labour far beyond his spiritual duties, and at times worked for more than two months straight

05/23/2018

This is a solid article that highlights the complexity of communicating in a high-tech world. The author has great insights for leaders and companies who believe in the power of human connection.

Increased connectivity doesn’t mean increased connection, and that can mean trouble for employees and organizations. Improved communication skills can help.

05/07/2018

There’s a difference between showing emotion and using emotional intelligence.

http://ow.ly/Ycf930jRV5d

05/02/2018

Effective communication is often the key to solving so many of our problems, and yet, it isn’t always easy.

Effective communication is often the key to solving so many of our problems, and yet, it isn’t always easy.

04/26/2018

In this study by Adam Alter, almost half the teens said they'd rather break a bone than lose their phone. Leann and I have spent a lot of time managing tech addiction in our house, and I hope my kids would choose wisely. But maybe I'm deluding myself; how do you think your kids would respond?

Teens would rather break their bones than lose their phones Follow Follow Business Insider 24 Apr 2018 7:36 PM   With access to apps that instantly connects us to millions of users, much of our day is spent hunched over a screen. Adam Alter, author of ''Irresistible,'' explores ...

04/20/2018

How many hours do you spend in meetings each week? Elon Musk has some great advice for making that number smaller.

And we all owe him a debt of gratitude for pointing out the obvious.