Seasoned Leadership in Action™! An Interview with Skip Boothby!

At Supply Chain Game Changer we believe in sharing experiences and expertise from people in every industry and from across the globe.  As such we have introduced our “Seasoned Leadership in Action™” Interview series. The first in our Interview series is with Skip Boothby, a colleague and good friend for many years.  

Skip Boothby is a tremendous Leader and Executive with phenomenal experience in running businesses and operations through every stage of their evolution.  Skip’s background and insights are valuable for all of us to learn from and share.

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Reasons Why You Might Need an Employment Lawyer!

There are a number of different areas of law, and the specialty that you use will depend on your circumstances. There are a number of reasons why you might need to hire an employment lawyer, both for your business and as an employer.

For an injury in public you might need a personal injury lawyer, but for a workplace injury it may be a different type of lawyer you need. You need one who specialises in the type of employment you have where you have been injured. 

This article will talk specifically about employees and some of the most common reasons why they might need to seek out legal assistance. 

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A Guide to Building a Lucrative Freelance Career!

Freelancing refers to a type of self-employment where you deliver your services to clients on a project basis.

The concept goes as far back as the 1970s when skilled workers had to be sourced from different places to complete large-scale projects. In 2020, around 59 million people in the United States were involved with freelance work, and the number continues to rise today. 

Internet connectivity and the availability of various freelancing platforms have also made this work arrangement more popular and accessible.

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Trending Truths: Emerging Innovations in Background Screening!

Background verification is a critical process that organizations rely on to evaluate the credibility and suitability of individuals for various purposes, such as employment, tenancy, or financial transactions. 

Traditionally, this process involved manual procedures and limited data sources. However, the landscape of background check sites is rapidly evolving, thanks to cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and automation. These innovations are revolutionizing the industry, enhancing accuracy and efficiency, and reducing human bias in the hiring process.

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eBook Learning Advantages!

Modern technologies are now used in all spheres of life. Education is not an exception to the rule. Using eBook learning in the classroom is becoming increasingly popular in many colleges and universities.

But are they the same as traditional paper books? Let’s discover the true benefits of learning with eBooks below. 

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Revolving Door Management – Who Wants a Spin?

How many times have you seen new Management being brought into a company, only to see them leave and be replaced, through the revolving door, in a very short timeframe?

This happens a lot on Sports teams. Coaches and Players alike are replaced after a relatively short stint with no tolerance for poor performance.

I’ve seen it happen several times. Basically the CEO or Chairman gets rid of the entire Management team and brings in a new team. Within a couple of years the process is repeated. The entire team is replaced even though these people were considered saviours when they were brought in.

Does that kind of Revolving Door, or Turnstile, Management Strategy really work? Is it really a reflection of the performance of those being replaced or is it more a reflection of the poor leadership of those doing the replacing?

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Global Supply Chain Integration: Overcoming Language Barriers for Seamless Operations!

In today’s interconnected global economy, businesses are increasingly reliant on efficient supply chain management. However, one critical challenge that often hinders the smooth flow of operations is language barriers. These barriers can impede effective communication and collaboration within international supply networks.

To address this issue, businesses must implement strategies to seamlessly integrate diverse linguistic elements into their supply chain operations to overcome language barriers. 

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Seasoned Leadership in Action™ – An Interview with Bronwen Hann, President at Argentus

At Supply Chain Game Changer we believe in sharing experiences and expertise from people in every industry and from across the globe.  As such we have introduced our “Seasoned Leadership in Action™” Interview series. This interview is with Bronwen Hann, President at Argentus.

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Making Sure Employees Are Heard Will Shape The Future!

The positive effects of giving employees a prominent voice and making sure employees are heard in the workplace have never been stronger. Over the course of the COVID-19 pandemic, we’ve seen a balancing of power between employees and their managers.

The managers who have taken the time to listen to their teams’ concerns and opinions have seen exponentially greater benefits to the company than those who have continued on the traditional route of passively listening to their employees.

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5 Tips to Build a Healthy Work Culture!

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Healthy work culture is really important in any organization. It not only secures employee retention but also enhances the productivity of your employees. It is not always the position that they are holding; if your employees get the value, they will tend to work better. 

With a consistent work culture of their need, values, employees feel happier and get engaged with more confidence. A healthy work culture in a company will also help its employees to build better relationships with their peers. 

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Recruiting Construction Workers – The Ultimate Guide!

Recruitment is an essential part of every business, and construction companies are no different. Construction is a vital part of the economy, and there is always a high demand for qualified workers in this industry. However, it can be difficult to know where to start if you are recruiting construction workers.

There are so many ways to find employees, and each method has advantages and disadvantages. In this guide, we will discuss the different methods you can use when recruiting construction workers, as well as the pros and cons of each approach. Let’s get started.

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Stop Your Project From Becoming “Just Another Program”!

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Many a project starts off with very lofty objectives.  And with a lot of work and a little luck  those desired results are often achieved.  In every case those results usually have been achieved within a certain timeframe and with a lot of momentum.

Yet once you achieve those goals in many respects the energy and momentum which got you there may start to fade.  Yet your work has just begun.  The next question that always comes up is whether you can sustain, and further improve, those results.

Additionally if you are trying to drive Cultural Change and long term transformation after a while your initial project may become stale and your participants demotivated or distracted.

To avoid your project becoming “just another program” you need to proactively recognize when your project needs to be reinvented or rebooted to avoid irrelevancy and the back-sliding of your results.

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Who is Responsible for the Wellbeing of Crew on a Ship?

Working hard on a ship should be under safe conditions that help productivity. If your well-being suffers, not only does this detract from your work, but the conditions can ruin your health.

It is crucial that your well-being is taken care of. When you are injured because of irresponsible leadership, you can suffer from damages that negatively impact your livelihood. 

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Leadership Techniques To Inspire Your Team!

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Leaders and leadership techniques are worth their salt are those who inspire others to be great.

Whether you’re a sales manager or a CEO, bringing out the best in people you work with is key to the success of your organization.

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Seasoned Leadership in Action™ Interview Excerpts: Lessons Learned by Global Leaders

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Our fundamental objective at Supply Chain Game Changer is to share experiences and expertise and lessons learned. As such we have focussed on curating a wide range of content and resources that will have relevance to anyone at anytime no matter what their needs may be.

We began our Seasoned Leadership in Action™ Interview series in support of our objective to share experiences and expertise. And hearing from Industry leaders in this interview format has proven to be incredibly popular. People want to hear about the experiences of others and lessons learned from those who have been successful in their fields.

With many of these Seasoned Leadership in Action™ Interviews now published we thought it would be valuable to extract excerpts from these interviews along themes, starting with lessons learned.

As such we are presenting our first compilation of excerpts from these interviews which is focussed on Lessons Learned by these leaders throughout their careers.

Enjoy and look for nuggets of wisdom in these lessons learned.

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