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Rule of Thumb #2: Use Behavioral Lenses to Innovate and Adapt to Changes

Steve Shu Consulting

2009; Johnson and Goldstein, 2003; Johnson et al., There will be some players that will be way more agile than others and able to capitalize on both important behavioral implications and operational tactics. 4 (2009): 1639-1674. However, there will also be those that look at this as an opportunity. Madrian, and Andrew Metrick.

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China Manufacturing Back in Contraction, Staffing Declines at Sharpest Pace Since March 2009.

MishTalk

Key points Growth of output eases to marginal pace Quickest rate of job shedding since March 2009 Marked falls in input costs and output charge January data signalled a deterioration of operating conditions in China’s manufacturing sector for the first time in six months. and down from 50.5 in December. and down from 50.5 in December.

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Front-Line To C-Suite | Inside The Heart and Mind of Former Disney COO and Experience Steward Jim MacPhee

Consulting Matters

Today, I'm chatting with one of my favorite executives of all time, Jim MacPhee, recently retired Chief Operating Officer and self-proclaimed Experience Steward for Walt Disney World Parks and Resorts. In January 2018, Jim was promoted to the role of Chief Operating Officer/Senior Vice President, Walt Disney World® Resort.

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China PMI Contracts Fastest Since February-March 2009

MishTalk

China manufacturing and services are both in contraction at the fastest rate since early 2009. The Caixin China General Manufacturing PMI shows operating conditions deteriorate at fastest rate since March 2009. Markit reports the Caixin China General Services PMI has the fastest contraction of output seen since February 2009.

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The Next Supply-Chain Challenge Isn’t a Shortage — It’s Inventory Glut

Harvard Business

In 2009, the financial crash left manufacturers with excess inventory when consumer buying power suddenly dropped. Inventory challenges aren’t new. Electronics littered shelves in 2001 after the dot-com bubble burst. And now, the high-tech industry is feeling the weight of a volatile market that has led to excess component inventory.

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India Manufacturing PMI Contracts for First Time Since March 2009; Eurozone Manufacturing PMI 26-Month High of 51.4

MishTalk

India Manufacturing PMI Contracts for First Time Since March 2009. The HSBC India Manufacturing PMI™ shows Manufacturing operating conditions deteriorate for first time in over four years. reading since March 2009. Furthermore, the rate of contraction accelerated to the fastest since February 2009.

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Virtual Coaching is Inevitable but is it Effective?

Organizational Talent Consulting

An excellent virtual coach has the ability to: Operate the tools and functions of collaborative technology. Virtual Coach Attribute #3: Virtual Technology Competence Just like your fit matters, the technical competence of the coach moderates the effectiveness of virtual coaching. Cornelius, C., Schumann, G., & & Boos, M. Frazee, R.V.