Currie Management Consultants, Inc.

Currie Management Consultants, Inc. Currie Management Consultants, Inc. is the leading consulting firm for industrial equipment distributors and manufacturers.

What went on here?  The morning after a wild party—not a pretty sight.  Is there a wake of disaster, following a busy cr...
09/08/2026

What went on here? The morning after a wild party—not a pretty sight. Is there a wake of disaster, following a busy crunch?

Some businesses may demonstrate an addiction to urgency. The intoxication of a rush is satisfying to many people. And the ensuing chaos is validating that hard work has been done here. Hectic days can not always be avoided. In a thriving business there will be times when it is all about putting out fires. But what happens later? Do we really take the time to restore, rest, balance, and put things right? In the retail environment, the heat of the selling floor is a stressful and demanding experience. There is a let-down after the customers have all gone home. In comparison, the clean up may feel unimportant, and we might be too worn out to care about it. But the process of putting things back where they belong, and preparing for the next busy spell, is an essential activity, that keeps us in the rhythm of the business, and in the cycles of commerce and the economy at large.

keyword for today: recover

Who are the future leaders of your dealership?Maybe it’s a rising manager. A department leader. A potential successor. S...
09/02/2026

Who are the future leaders of your dealership?

Maybe it’s a rising manager. A department leader. A potential successor. Someone who has the drive and the talent—but needs the business knowledge, confidence, and leadership skills to take the next step.

Our signature Currie Leadership Model brings together two critical pieces of leadership: Business Knowledge + Leadership Behavior.

Give your emerging leaders the knowledge, confidence, and tools to step into their future roles—and make a bigger impact today!
Register Here: https://curriemanagement.com/event/the-currie-leadership-model/

Where did that come from?  What did he mean?  Why would she say that?  Marcellus would refer to this as "something rotte...
08/31/2026

Where did that come from? What did he mean? Why would she say that? Marcellus would refer to this as "something rotten in the state of Denmark”.

These questions above often come to mind when someone has thrown us a curve ball. We know that some statements, and actions, come through as reactive. Not everyone is skilled in the art of effective communication. Good leaders need to learn to sift through the dirt to find the gold. We must be masters of analysis, as well as psychiatrists and detectives. When working in an organization, leaders must become adept at uncovering the truth. When to call out “bull hockey” is another matter. Consider the source. Get out your shovel. Read between the lines. Look beneath the surface. Insight is key!

Keyword for today: interpret
Author: Robin Currie

“Surety brings ruin.”    But don’t take my word for it--ask Socrates. Your business is as sacred as the temple of Apollo...
08/24/2026

“Surety brings ruin.” But don’t take my word for it--ask Socrates.

Your business is as sacred as the temple of Apollo. Within your walls, do you hear the voices of the Oracles? Are they guiding you to lead through philosophical wisdom? Are you listening? Decisions should never be made without pause. This gives time for reflection and consideration. Good leaders are aware that they are often not fully informed. Or perhaps there are perspectives not yet considered. Do you know a leader who embodies the “shoot first, ask questions later” mantra? How does that work for the company? Here’s another teaching from the classical brilliance of Aristotle: “The more you know, the more you know you don't know.”

Keyword for today: understand
Author: Robin Currie

Don't miss out on this one time west coast opportunity, The Operations Profitability and Productivity Model December 202...
08/20/2026

Don't miss out on this one time west coast opportunity, The Operations Profitability and Productivity Model December 2026 in Scottsdale, AZ!

You may recognize some familiar concepts, and that's intentional. The Currie Financial Model is the foundation of our training and is reinforced throughout every functional area. However, each department applies the model differently. This workshop gives participants the opportunity to revisit the fundamentals while gaining a deeper understanding of how the model drives operational decisions, profitability, and performance within each department.

Register Here: https://curriemanagement.com/event/operations-profitability-and-productivity-model/

Have things slipped through the cracks? Are you shaking your head? Throwing up your hands? Do you find your team at a lo...
08/17/2026

Have things slipped through the cracks? Are you shaking your head? Throwing up your hands? Do you find your team at a loss for words? Something has gone wrong!

Sometimes the numbers just don’t add up. That is not a good feeling. Alignment is an important skill for managers to develop. Good leaders ask tough questions. Sometimes we do not want to hear the answers, but that’s often the only path to resolution. Face all setbacks with eagerness, for that enables solutions to emerge. Make peace with your demons. Keep things in line. Bridge the gaps. Close the loops. Make things whole!

Keyword for today: reconcile
Author: Robin Currie

Situations can arise that require action that’s over the top.  What’s your superhero power?  Do you have a silver bullet...
08/10/2026

Situations can arise that require action that’s over the top. What’s your superhero power? Do you have a silver bullet?

Sometimes we just need a Hail Mary. Remember the flying header goal, miraculously executed by Paul Robinson during the 2003 Carling Cup matches? This isn’t about “fake it ‘til you make it”. This is about superhuman moves. Are you prepared for an event that requires extreme performance? If not, equip yourself now, and be strengthened before the circumstances present. Don’t wait until you have an emergency on your hands. A good leader is always developing in order to be a master when called upon to act. Are you constantly in training? Are you up to the job? Don’t get caught napping. Ready yourself. Get locked and loaded. Knock it out of the park!

Keyword for today: maneuver

Flat tire?  Brake pads worn down to the rotors?  Dead battery?  In the equipment world, this is referred to as unexpecte...
08/03/2026

Flat tire? Brake pads worn down to the rotors? Dead battery? In the equipment world, this is referred to as unexpected downtime. But is it really unexpected? Consider this a metaphor for humans, especially the ones on your team.

Things break down, including people. Sometimes we understand that we should have seen it coming. Always we learn from it (we hope!) A good leader is the one the group turns to when something isn’t working. The leader is the one expected to have all of the answers. The leader is the one who takes the fall when something goes awry. Good leaders become agile at facing failures head on. They become masters on the pit crew. And they jump start a stalled project. They are the “maintenance guys” and the “fix-it ladies”. And remember--fixing includes not just projects and things, but relationships. Keeping your working connections healthy is job one, but when a break-up occurs, the leader is also a master of restoration. Study your trade. Work your craft. Keep things tuned up. Repair before failure. Be the well-oiled machine!

Keyword for today: repair
Author: Robin Currie

Together, let’s build a pay plan that generates growth, creates an environment of prosperity, and achieves Currie Model ...
07/30/2026

Together, let’s build a pay plan that generates growth, creates an environment of prosperity, and achieves Currie Model performance.

As the equipment industry evolves, so must the way dealerships lead, reward, and grow their sales organizations.

This fall, Robin Currie introduces the Currie Sales Compensation Playbook—a practical guide built specifically for equipment dealers who want to create compensation plans that drive profitable growth, reward the right behaviors, and prepare their sales teams for what's next.

Be among the first to be notified when the Currie Sales Compensation Playbook is released this fall! Sign Up Here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/iwHdJI4

Are you prepared to lead in a time of revolution?  Is your team ready?  Does somebody believe in you?  Where do you put ...
07/27/2026

Are you prepared to lead in a time of revolution? Is your team ready? Does somebody believe in you? Where do you put your trust?

We are always going to encounter obstacles and crises. Sometimes we find ourselves in a tailspin. When this happens, is it every man for himself? Or do your people band together, and get through it as one company? These are the times when we discover if the culture at our business truly is the glue. Like Napoleon’s army at Arcole, do your followers sincerely believe that you are leading them to success? Remember that calamities often lead to renewal. Harsh events can result in fresh ideas and strategies. The philosophy at your enterprise is the critical factor in surviving pitfalls and disasters. The team must believe. And the leader must believe.

Keyword for today: faith
Author: Robin Currie

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