How to destroy team morale by following the rules
Each week I receive emails and phone calls from people in organizations who want to create a strong team culture. Teamwork requires a serious and long term focus on building trust and win-win consciousness. Virtually every company worth mentioning will announce the importance of “TEAMWORK!” and “TRUST!” Words are one thing. Deeds are another. Take […]
Teamwork Comparison: Toyota vs. Ford
Japanese company (Toyota) and an American company (Ford) decided to have a canoe race on the Missouri River . Both teams practiced long and hard to reach their peak performance before the race. On the big day, the Japanese won by a mile. The Americans, very discouraged and depressed, decided to investigate the reason for […]
Spiritual Movie Will Help Us Connect And Advance World Peace – – Mark your calendars now for April 6, 2008 peace vigil
I’ve been teaching teambuilding since 1986 and if there is one clear truth I’ve seen demonstrated over and over again it’s this… We are amazing creative beings and when we come together (work together as one) our power is magnified ten fold. TeachMeTeamwork.com member Niek van Duivenbooden in the Netherlands points us to an amazing and delightful […]
“Beat The Bitch” — How a presidential candidate botched a leadership opportunity and revealed his weakened “Personal Foundation”
The woman said something disgusting and the leader let it slide and it was all captured on video. Here’s how it played out… Presidential candidate John McCain was in South Carolina at a gathering of political supporters and a woman stands up and asks the senator, “How do we beat the bitch?’ The woman was […]
Teamwork News: Stadium fooled into “We Suck” – – Leaders lacking integrity
Here’s a news item that speaks to how easy it can be to fool people. A small group of high school students play a prank on visiting fans during a football game. Be sure to watch the video clip below. This small group of students passed out small (8.5 x 11 inch) pieces of paper […]
Anne Heck publishes first book of poetry!
My wife Anne has published her first book of poetry and it’s wonderful. You can order your copy HERE. This book contains 18 poems, all inspired by Anne’s connection to nature and Spirit. Check out Anne’s blog where you’ll find more poetry and photographs by Anne: www.AnneHeck.com