by kevinortzman | Dec 22, 2020 | Blog, Kevin Ortzman, Leadership
After a turbulent year in 2020, many business leaders are looking forward to the new year and the opportunities it may bring. With high hopes to get the COVID-19 pandemic under control in 2021, businesses should prepare for shifts in how they function. In order to get...
by kevinortzman | Nov 30, 2020 | Blog, Kevin Ortzman, Leadership
COVID-19 has been an unprecedented challenge for business leaders across all industries. For some, it’s created a rush that has strained their resources. Some medical facilities have had to cancel elective procedures and find ways to offer COVID testing....
by kevinortzman | Oct 30, 2020 | Blog, Kevin Ortzman, Leadership
Being a leader is rewarding, but there are challenging moments as well, and one of those challenges is having difficult conversations with employees. There may be times when a leader has to talk to someone about their performance at work. They might need to tell an...
by kevinortzman | Oct 27, 2020 | Blog, Kevin Ortzman, Leadership
While you may have been a good leader before the coronavirus pandemic, you may find that your approach isn’t effective in a post-lockdown world. A good leader will recognize that times have changed, and they will adjust their approach accordingly. If...
by kevinortzman | Oct 6, 2020 | Blog, Kevin Ortzman, Leadership
Stepping into a leadership role for the first time can be both an exciting and challenging milestone in one’s professional career. For some of these leaders, it may be the first time they lead their own team. This is why it is essential for you to do an honest...
by kevinortzman | Oct 5, 2020 | Blog, Kevin Ortzman, Leadership
Leaders are tasked with accomplishing a great deal in any given day. Whether they use a recognized lean management program or have floundered their way into a workable system, effective leaders have a few basic characteristics in common. Here are four productivity...