by Bruce Cotterill | Sep 12, 2015 | Reflections
Europe’s refugee crisis has been one of the fastest moving stories I have ever seen. As is often the case with something moving that fast, there is little balance in the commentary. At one extreme is the humanitarian and aid industry, and their supporters, who are...
by Bruce Cotterill | Sep 10, 2015 | Leadership, People Management, Reflections
A few years ago I presented the keynote address at a major international conference being held in New Zealand’s North Island. Throughout the presentation there was a woman standing at the back of the large theatre that was already 600 people deep. Mid 40’s perhaps. ...
by Bruce Cotterill | Sep 5, 2015 | Reflections
I’m not a politician – and that will become apparent. But perhaps business people should handle this situation anyway. It’s time for cool heads and a measured response. I refer to the crisis in the Middle East and now Europe. For a long time we have talked...
by Bruce Cotterill | Feb 20, 2015 | Reflections
In 1982 McKinsey consultants Tom Peters and Bob Waterman wrote “In Search Of Excellence”. Many regard it as one of the most influential business books of all time. It also launched Peters as one of the world’s pre-eminent business management “gurus”. He’s since...
by Bruce Cotterill | Jul 10, 2014 | Reflections
This week we have had the news that yet another civic authority is in financial strife after years of mismanagement, excessive borrowing and living above its means. Only this time, it’s not some far flung district hidden away in the depths of California, or an...
by Bruce Cotterill | Oct 31, 2013 | Reflections
Before I start with a new client, I usually jot down a few notes outlining my first impressions, preconceived ideas and what I think I will find. I often refer back to those initial notes, as they sometimes help me to stay on task as the risk of distraction threatens...
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