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Podcast: Managing for Weakness – a mis-management myth

Posted on September 30, 2008 by Mark Orton

Shifting your focus from weaknesses to strengths is a powerful step towards being personally more effective and building a more effective organization.

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Managing for Weakness – a mis-management myth

Posted on September 30, 2008 by Mark Orton

The Myth Managers spend a lot of time worrying about the weaknesses of their employees. “If only I could get her to perform better we would have a really great team.” And countless more along that line. Companies have performance … Continue reading →

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Biography

Posted on April 30, 2008 by Mark Orton

Business Coach and Management Consultant For the last six years Mark Orton has focused on hands-on work with owners and leaders of start-up and small businesses. He applies strong active listening with useful questions and appropriate data to help leaders … Continue reading →

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Meetings – First – Don’t Have Them

Posted on October 12, 2007 by Mark Orton

Second in a series on meetings: No matter where you are in the food chain, meetings are critical to success as a manager. It is important to know how to initiate, lead, and participate in meetings. This series of Management … Continue reading →

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