Leadership and the Selection of Good People

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...

Top Managment’s Role in Internal Audit

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...

Leadership, Attention to Detail or Micro Manage

  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...

Leadership and the Importance of People

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...