by Bill Martin | Sep 3, 2012 | blog, Uncategorized
Find the Rules for Picking People! In General, Powell’s Terms “Powell’s Rules for Picking People” “How will you accomplish great deeds? Only by attracting the best people,” says Colin Powell. Such an obvious statement, so difficult to accomplish. CEO’s...
by Bill Martin | Aug 28, 2012 | blog, Uncategorized
MBC, Inc. Quality Tips Internal Audit ISO/TS 16949, ISO 9001 “What are the Top Management Responsibilities from Clause 5.0?” In the past two Quality Tips I have discussed some of the requirements of ISO/TS 16949:2009 Clause 4.0, now it is time...
by Bill Martin | Aug 19, 2012 | blog, Uncategorized
MBC, Inc. Newsletter Topics on “Leadership” As Inspired by “The Leadership Secrets of Colin Powell” By – *Oren Harari...
by Bill Martin | Aug 13, 2012 | blog, Uncategorized
Bi-Monthly Informational Guide MBC, Inc. Quality Tips Internal Audit ISO/TS 16949, ISO 9001 “What Does Top Management do With Clause 4.1 of These Two Standards?” In the last edition, I reviewed the required content defined by clause 4.1 of the ISO 9001 and...
by Bill Martin | Aug 7, 2012 | blog, Uncategorized
Pay Attention to Details – But Don’t Micro Manage! In General, Powell’s Terms “Vigilance in Detail” Many people in leadership roles, especially those in a high-level leadership position, want to be the ‘visionary’ and leave the details to others. After all...
by Bill Martin | Jul 24, 2012 | blog, Uncategorized
Leadership and Management People are More Important Than Plans! In General, Powell’s Terms “People Over Plans” The General speaks often and passionately about the importance of people. He enthusiastically supports; “Plans don’t accomplish work. Goal...