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Leadership for sustainable results. By Richard Ferguson
Foodbev.com - 07.03.2011
I read the following in The Grocer with interest and it set me thinking – the challenge is clear, in the face of spiralling oil prices (among others) retailers and suppliers will be facing some pretty tough conversations over the coming months...
New Year's resolutions vs strategic priorities By Richard Ferguson
FoodBev.com - 24.01.2011
I don’t know about you but I have long since given up on the discipline of setting myself New Year’s resolutions, and I become despondent and depressed about two weeks later when I fail to deliver them...
Do energy drinks come with passion and enthusiasm, too? By Richard Ferguson
FoodBev.com - 09.11.2010
I noticed recently that a new organic, Fairtrade, all-singing all-dancing energy drink has just been unleashed on the parched and arid wasteland that is the UK consumer. It made me reflect on a number of things, not least the power of a good story in selling something – in this case a product, but it could be organisational change ...
Christmas is coming - a time for innovation? By Richard Ferguson
FoodBev.com - 18.10.2010
Given the serious bad news stories that abound at the moment, as the impact and implications of the spending review clearly begin to hit home, Christmas will be very interesting from a commercial perspective this year ...
The rising cost of food. How should businesses react? By Richard Ferguson
FoodBev.com - 13.09.2010
Richard commented on a recent FT online news story that referred to the doubling cost of barley in a two-week period. The question the journalist asked the pundit: ‘Will we now see spiralling food costs?’ ...
A lesson from the agriculture industry by Richard Ferguson
FoodBev.com - 12.07.2010
Richard talks about two of the most essential ingredients that are missing from many organisations...
An engaging approach by Richard Ferguson
Business Excellence Online - July 2010
Managing the disruptive upheaval to staff members that is frequently brought about by a merger or acquisition all too often gets forgotten as concerns such as maximising commercial synergies and re-defining processes take priority. But this approach can come at a cost...
LEADERSHIP, FEAR AND THE BRAVE NEW WORLD by Richard Ferguson
EuropeanCEO - 20.06.2010
There is no one in employment today who has lived and worked through an economic crisis like the one we are staggering through right now ...
Omar Khan named as one of the Top 25 Consultants 2010
Consulting Magazine - June 2010
The annual Top 25 Consultants issue is here, and not a moment too soon. Editors just can’t get enough of this issue; or more specifically, reading the nearly 400 nominations we receive for this award each year...
Will change at Thorntons lead to sweet success? By Richard Ferguson
Foodbev.com - 07.06.2010
Thorntons recently announced the imminent retirement of Mike Davies as chief executive. Here’s part of the statement …
TIME TO ESTABLISH MEETINGS VALUE
Conference News Magazine - June 2010
CN and management consultancy Sensei UKE recently convened a panel of meeting industry experts at Cannizaro House, Wimbledon, to examine perceptions of value and return on investment and time.
Don't blame me Comments by Richard Ferguson
The Guardian - 10.05.2010
The blame culture is rife in the public sector, especially in organisations dealing with lots of inter-agency work such as social services...
Powwow says ciao By Richard Ferguson
Foodbev.com - 26.04.2010
When I read that the water cooler company Powwow had been taken into administration and effectively closed, it triggered a thought. I was struck by the irony of a water cooler company going under as we begin to come out of a pretty tough 18 months...
Leadership, fear & the brave new world By Richard Ferguson
Changeboard - 11.04.2010
The rules of leadership and management have also changed forever - whatever organisation you lead. Let us not forget that this crisis has filtered out the weak and many of the leaders of the past have been swept away. What an opportunity though, for the leaders of the present and the future - we welcome this new breed, who will lead us forward into these new and uncharted territories...
MAKING CONFERENCES MATTER
The Global Consultant Blog - entry made by Omar Khan, author of 'The Global Consultant - How o make seven figures across borders'
I’m writing from Penang, Malaysia, after a Global Conference for a global personal care powerhouse. We helped design it, organize it, facilitate it, and to coach key leaders in engaging their people.
It was in direct contrast to typical Conferences which truly are elaborate time wasters. There are numerous problems with conventional Conferences...
Engaging the 'risk mitigators' by Richard Ferguson
FoodBev.com - 15.03.2010
When an organisation decides to invest significant sums of money in expanding ts services or entering new markets, there's usually a damn good reason why - normally associated with an ROI tha makes the risks associated worth it ...
PODCAST - CHAD BARR INTERVIEWS OMAR KHAN
In this fabulous podcast interview, Chad Barr had the chance to chat with Omar Khan, founder and senior partner of Sensei International and author of several books. We discussed some fascinating topics: What is a global consultant, how do you become a successful one and how do you get started. We also talked about his international company, building and sustaining remarkable relationships, how to succeed in this economy, his blog and the book he co-authored with Dr. Alan Weiss, The Global Consultant...
10 Tips on Embedding Change By Richard Ferguson
Training Journal - March 2010
Organisations that have the capability to change effectively are stronger and future-proof. This is perceived wisdom that few would argue with, but to achieve this capability is easier said than done. Effectively embedding change can be achieved by following these TEN fundamental principles ...
When it comes to M&A, where are the responsible leaders? by Richard Ferguson
FoodBev.com - 17.02.2010
The recent acquisition of Freshfayre by Brakes throws up an interesting issue and one that we will see more and more this year as merger and acquisition activity continues to grow...
STRATEGY DRIVEN PODCAST
Interview with Omar Khan, author of 'Liberating Passion - How the World's Best Global Leaders Produce Winning Results'
Find out how executives and managers liberate their organization’s passion and tap into the workforce’s inner energy and commitment to deliver breakthrough results. During our discussion, Omar shares with us his insights and illustrative examples regarding:
Omar is the Founder and Senior Partner of Sensei International and has served as a trusted advisor to the leaders of companies including 3M, American Express, The Ritz-Carlton, Microsoft, Motorola, and Hewlett-Packard.
The Right Conversations For The Right Results by Malcolm Follos
evaluationcentre.com - 01.02.2010
Leadership can revolve around ensuring the right 'conversations' take place in your organisations ...
Casino Royale by Omar Khan
FT Adviser - 28.01.2010
Even the most trusting of souls find their good will challenged by the Las Vegas-style casino antics of far too many players in the global financial markets; with risk ratios that are insane except if you assume perpetually rising markets, and financial bets underwritten by nothing more substantial than gambling fever ...
What do baboons and Mergers &Acquisitions have in common? Can you lead the pack? By Richard Ferguson
Changeboard - 25.01.2010
According to research only 17% of mergers add value to the combined company, while as many as 53%
actually destroy shareholder value. The remaining 30% made hardly any difference to the performance
of companies involved. Unsurprisingly, these results are a stark contrast to the perceptions of top
managers, with more than 80% of senior executives involved in M&As believing that their actions had in
fact increased value for shareholders ...
Right Conversations For The Right Results by Malcolm Follos
Conspectus.com - January 2010
If you were to audit the cnversations that buzz around most workplaces, you might find that the din of what is not being said is frankly deafening. Many leaders, particularly in large organisations, tend to have strategic conversations in exclusive groups locked away from the inconvenient reality of the day-to-day business ...
Strong Leadership will be vital post recession by Richard Ferguson
The Grocer - 15.01.2010
Managers need to whip their business plans into shape, ready for when spending starts to increase ...
Becoming A CEO - Commentary by Malcolm Follos
Business XL - 13.01.2010
Taking the helm of a business can be a giddy, nerve-wracking experience. M&A finds out how CEOs managed to transition from director to boss ...
In The Same Boat - commentary by Malcolm Follos
Financial Director Magazine - 05.01.2010
How the FD can leverage a new company-wide cost awareness to create long-term culture ...
A new breed of leader by Malcolm Follos
Business Excellence Online - January 2010
Businesses around the world will no doubt be hoping that this year will be an improvement on the last. Here, Malcolm Follos asks what is required of leaders in today's profoundly altered business landscape, identifying what needs to change and offering twelve tips for the months ahead ...
Creating certainty with good leadership by Richard Ferguson
FoodBev.com - 22.12.2009
‘Spending on Britain’s high streets held up in October with a 0.4% rise in retail sales’ and ‘inflation increase greater than expected’...
Boardroom battles are breaking out all over - Commentary by Malcolm Follos
Financial Times and FT.COM - 08.12.2009
Do we really want Boardroom Battles to become killing fields for under-pressure executives? ...
Business Wisdom by Malcolm Follos
Financial Times - 21.11.2009
"Smile in the face of challenge. It takes less energy - and you need to preserve your energy for the challenges you haven't seen yet."
The rules have changed - Malcolm Follos discusses how to survive today's global financial crisis
EuropeanCEO - 20.11.2009
Never miss the opportunity a good crisis creates. We are fortunate to be living through some fascinating and challenging times. The views on what we expect from our corporate leaders are being challenged and changed across all corporate sectors and countries...
Crisis? What Crisis? You should never miss the opportunity a good crisis provides - test your imagination! By Malcolm Follos
Changeboard - 16.11.2009
This tough economic climate has forced every organisation to take a good look at the way they work and for many it has proven to be a real test of their imagination and their leadership skills. But why are some organisations dealing with the challenge so much better than others? ...
Going Through Uncertain Times - The Role Of An Effective Management Consultant by Malcolm Follos
FreshBusinessThinking.com - 12.11.2009
Times are tough, and with everyone watching the bottom line, the value and role of external consultancies are quite rightly being brought into question. However, companies who select the right type of management consultancy for their business can reap great rewards in both the short and long term...
Leadership and the Tesco Academy by Richard Ferguson
FoodBev.com - 10.11.2009
Tesco will spend £3m on senior management training through its Tesco Academy over the next 12 months. While some retailers have scaled back staff training, Tesco’s investment represents a 23% increase on training spend in 2008...
