The Art of Brevity: A lesson from Churchill
In a strikingly candid memo dated August 9th, 1940, Winston Churchill addressed a concern all too familiar in the business world – the needless complexity of documents. His message was simple and, fittingly, brief: “Brevity.” Churchill observed a trend of his staff being inundated with lengthy papers, declaring, “Nearly all…
Rekindling Connection: An Undercover Boss Approach
I’ve seen many business leaders grapple with the challenge of staying connected to their teams. It’s a common scenario: as the business expands, or during periods of rapid growth, the distance between the leadership and the front lines often increases. This detachment can lead to a lack of understanding of…