Implementer Posts
Harnessing Human Energy: Applying the First Law of Thermodynamics to EOS®
In the bustling world of business, the concept of energy management often takes a back seat to more tangible metrics like sales and productivity. However, as a business coach and Certified EOS Implementer®, I’ve witnessed the transformative power of the Entrepreneurial Operating System with over 70 companies I’ve implemented the system in as it aligns and amplifies the human energy within an organization and its leadership team. Intriguingly, this aligns seamlessly with the principles of the first law of thermodynamics. Energy Cannot Be Created or Destroyed The first law of thermodynamics states that energy cannot be created or destroyed; it can only be transformed or transferred. In the context of an organization, this translates to the idea that the human energy within your team already exists – it’s just a matter of harnessing and directing it effectively. EOS provides the framework to do just that. Focusing Human Energy EOS operates
Replace Resolutions with the 90-Day World
Every year around this time, my middle schooler has to get to work on his science project. Granted, it was assigned at the start of the school year, but he never really does anything concrete until around the holidays. So here we are, trying to enjoy a little time away from school, and he’s got a massive project hanging over his head. So, I pulled out a little concept we call “milestoning” and encouraged him to break this project down into manageable chunks, each with its own deadline, that will ultimately get him to the big science project finish line and minimize stress in the process. It made me realize how I’m bringing the work I do with clients into my personal life (my family loves this, as you can imagine). Considering this is the time of year we’re bombarded with the standard January “resolution” messaging, maybe it’s time to
The Right Person in the Right Seat Begins Right at the Top
Today, we pose an unusual and rarely-asked question. If you are a business owner, whether you are the founder of your company or have come into the position in some other way, are you the right person to be sitting in the seat at the head of your company? This question may startle or even offend you. But consider: as the leader of your business, you spend a lot of your time getting the right people into the right seats in your company. Isn’t it appropriate to assess yourself in like manner? Businesses Change. So Do Business Owners. In EOS®, we use the GWC™ tool to assess if a person is qualified to be in a seat. GWC stands for Gets It, Wants It, and Capacity. That is, for a person to be in the right seat, they have to get the role, want the job, and have the capacity to execute the responsibilities at a high level. Most business owners
Now Playing: The EOS Accountability Chart
Costello: Well then who’s on first? Abbott: Yes. Costello: I mean the fellow’s name. Abbott: Who. Costello: The guy on first. Abbott: Who. Costello: The first baseman. Abbott: Who. Costello: The guy playing… Abbott: Who is on first! – Who’s on First? By Abbott and Costello Welcome, dear readers, to the hilarious universe of the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) Accountability Chart – where pie charts meet punchlines, and flowcharts dance the cha-cha of business hilarity. We’re about to embark on a comedic journey through the serious business of accountability. Hold onto your funny bones; this is going to be a wild ride. The Cast of Characters Let’s kick things off with the stars of our show – the characters on the EOS Accountability Chart. Picture this: your visionary leader at the top, the Integrator as the master of the business jamboree, and the rest of the team as the quirky ensemble
Sleighing Business: Unwrapping Santa’s Top Entrepreneurial Lessons
Sleighing Business: Unwrapping Santa’s Top Entrepreneurial Lessons ‘Tis the season to be jolly, and what better way to spread some business cheer than by taking a closer look at the man in the red suit himself – Santa Claus! Beyond his jolly demeanor and penchant for milk and cookies, Santa is a shrewd entrepreneur with a business model that has stood the test of centuries. So, grab your hot cocoa, cozy up by the fire and let’s unwrap the most important business lessons we can learn from the big guy up North. Lesson 1: Masterful Logistics If there’s one thing Santa knows like the back of his mittened hand, it’s logistics. Coordinating the delivery of gifts to millions of households around the world in a single night? Talk about supply chain management on steroids! As a business owner or entrepreneur, efficient logistics can make or break your operation. Santa’s workshop
Right People, Right Seats
Like many entrepreneurs, I’m a big fan of Jim Collins. And while his wisdom has played a significant role in the EOS tools, there is a lot more to learn from him. In his book, Good to Great, Jim Collins introduced the concept of Right People Right Seats. Right people are people who share your organization’s Core Values. They strengthen the culture of your team just by being who they are. They live and breathe your Core Values, whether they are at work, at home, or in the community. Right Seats is all about ability. Being in the right seat means that the individual has the innate ability to be great at their job. They want to be successful in their role and have the skills, knowledge, and experience to achieve that success. As you read the above descriptions, think through every member on your team. Would you say that