http://www.gibs.co.za/ Leadership en-us Thu, 17 May 2012 11:50:26 GMT Thu, 17 May 2012 11:50:26 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/ WebEasy.net swarts@gibs.co.za (Administrator:) swarts@gibs.co.za (Administrator:) http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/dynamic-markets-how-companies-overcome-africas-five-great-challenges.aspx While many obstacles in Africa are similar to those in other emerging markets, Africa requires Africa-specific solutions 407262 Thu, 10 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/leadership-the-real-leadership-lessons-of-steve-jobs.aspx His saga is the entrepreneurial creation myth writ large 406267 Tue, 17 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/gmplaunchbreakfast.aspx Join Professor Nick Binedell, dean of GIBS, Professor Steve Bluen, former HR Director at SABMiller, and full time GIBS faculty, as they discuss the current challenges faced by general managers and executives at the launch breakfast for GIBS’ new General Management Programme. 405760 Thu, 05 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/news-and-events/news-and-events_1/gibs-news/attuned-leadership-with-dr-reuel-khoza.aspx Powerful leaders don’t lead from the top, but consult the people around them before they make decisions 405524 Mon, 02 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/leadership-what-happens-when-thought-leadership-is-done-badly.aspx The thought leadership process is not magical or secretive in any way. On the contrary, it’s fairly straightforward. 405268 Mon, 26 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/programmes/corporate-education-executive-programmes/short-courses/the-expert-negotiator_4.aspx Executives devote up to 85% of their time to negotiation. More often than not these negotiations have high consequence of error but are often left to intuition or “gut-feel”. This programme is designed for executives and senior managers who are involved in high-level, complex negotiations and require a framework to help them plan and manage these situations more effectively. 404931 Wed, 14 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/programmes/corporate-education-executive-programmes/short-courses/board-leadership-core-programme_1.aspx This programme exposes participants to the latest thinking on board leadership, while equipping participants with the necessary procedural and process skills in the increasingly difficult area of boardroom interaction, leadership and decision making. 404641 Thu, 08 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/leadership-the-days-of-manager-knows-best-are-ending.aspx With the onset of new communication channels, an evolving is taking place in mangement styles. 403471 Tue, 14 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/leadership-the-biggest-mistake-a-leader-can-make.aspx Read all about the top ten bad behaviours 403007 Wed, 01 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/sustainability-how-great-companies-think-differently.aspx It’s time that beliefs and theories about business catch up with the way great companies operate and how they see their role in the world today. Traditionally, economists and financiers have argued that the sole purpose of business is to make money—the more the better. 400951 Thu, 17 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/9bf870dc-6982-4781-8526-b3f308ddd64e/strategic-talent-management-for-sustainable-advantage.aspx This programme will provide delegates with recent best practice in strategic talent management, and will examine how organisations can incorporate a talent approach that will align the human resources strategy with the overall business strategy, to effectively drive results. 398449 Mon, 31 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/leadership-we-need-more-mature-leaders.aspx Are we in short supply of leaders who act like adults? 398975 Mon, 24 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/programmes/corporate-education-executive-programmes/short-courses/maximising-employee-performance_1.aspx All managers play a pivotal role in increasing their firm’s competiveness through maximising the performance of their staff. Productive relationships between line managers, the employees who report into them and other colleagues, result in higher levels of performance, job satisfaction, commitment and energy being expended aligned with the organisation’s purpose. 398735 Wed, 19 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/news-and-events/news-and-events_1/gibs-news/qiniso-dialogues-where-are-we-going-sa.aspx The series will produce, through honest and transparent engagement, a set of key questions that every South African must answer in order to secure a better future for our country. 398417 Thu, 13 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/sustainability-the-roots-of-sustainability.aspx The real business case for sustainability requires more radical, fundamental and difficult change than most are ready to consider, but anything less ignores the real problem and may, in fact, contribute to it. 397946 Wed, 12 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/leadership-steve-jobs-was-a-jerk---good-for-him.aspx Jobs wasn’t successful just because he was creative, brilliant and hardworking - he had an extra litter something .... 398298 Wed, 12 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/leadership-why-good-leaders-pass-the-credit-and-take-the-blame.aspx CEOs should not abandon ship 398167 Tue, 11 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/programmes/corporate-education-executive-programmes/short-courses/the-expert-negotiator_3.aspx Executives devote up to 85% of their time to negotiation. More often than not these negotiations have high consequence of error but are often left to intuition or “gut-feel”. This programme is designed for executives and senior managers who are involved in high-level, complex negotiations and require a framework to help them plan and manage these situations more effectively. 398201 Tue, 11 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/programmes/corporate-education-executive-programmes/short-courses/leader-as-coach-coaching-for-sustainable-performance.aspx This three-day workshop is designed for participants wanting to significantly “up their game” in terms of empowering people to deliver sustainable performance in the workplace. 398122 Mon, 10 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/programmes/corporate-education-executive-programmes/short-courses/values-driven-leadership.aspx Throughout the world today there is a need to review how organisations are led. Ethical, value-driven leadership is no longer a choice; it is increasingly becoming an imperative. 398143 Mon, 10 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/board-development-programme/board-development-programme.aspx This programme provides opportunities for current Board members (and senior executives) to explore selected Governance issues in greater depth. 397962 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/programmes/corporate-education-executive-programmes/short-courses/women-in-leadership.aspx Globally, the business environment is constantly changing, and executives need to be equipped to lead organisations effectively during challenging periods. Women in business are increasingly being exposed to opportunities to use their influence to steer organisations successfully through extraordinary times. This programme will equip delegates with the know-how and tools to help them enhance their individual performance and optimise the impact they make on their organisations. 397698 Fri, 30 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/programmes/corporate-education-executive-programmes/short-courses/leading-for-impact.aspx In the global business environment organisations operate in, emerging leaders are faced with substantial demands, high expectations, the need to build high-performing teams and unfamiliar territories. This programme will explore the latest thinking and best practices to help high-potential leaders to deliver exceptional results, to engage and enthuse their teams, to manage adversity with confidence and to improve their leadership abilities. 397707 Fri, 30 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/programmes/corporate-education-executive-programmes/short-courses/board-leadership-core-programme.aspx This programme exposes participants to the latest thinking on board leadership, while equipping participants with the necessary procedural and process skills in the increasingly difficult area of boardroom interaction, leadership and decision making. 397722 Fri, 30 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/leadership-for-great-leadership-clear-your-head.aspx Managers still spend too much time doing and not enough time thinking 397170 Mon, 19 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/leadership-stopping-the-mid-career-crisis.aspx Organizations need talent more than talent needs them 396921 Wed, 14 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/leadership-the-hidden-costs-of-employee-turnover.aspx Turnovers can drain dollars! 396928 Wed, 14 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/news-and-events/news-and-events_1/gibs-news/driving-change-in-the-automotive-industry.aspx While on the road to recovery following the global recession, the automotive industry is looking to the future as a time of exciting change. 396941 Wed, 14 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/leadership-why-bosses-have-bigger-brains.aspx Did you know management is good for your brain? 396948 Wed, 14 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/news-and-events/news-and-events_1/conferences/biodiversity-powering-the-green-economy.aspx The South African National Biodiversity Institute’s Grasslands Programme, in partnership with the Transnet Programme in Sustainable Development at the Gordon Institute of Business Science and the United Nations Development Programme-Global Environment Facility (UNDP-GEF), is hosting a two-day conference on “Biodiversity: Powering the Green Economy”. 396713 Fri, 09 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/leadership-the-higher-ambition-leader.aspx They forge more powerful strategic visions 396355 Mon, 05 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/leadership-leadership-lessons-from-the-mob-and-mother-teresa.aspx There are piles of leadership books published yearly, but most of the titles seem so much alike, they blur into a cloud of sameness. 396384 Mon, 05 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/news-and-events/news-and-events_1/gibs-news/lunch-with-the-committee-of-200.aspx "Fostering, celebrating and advancing women's leadership in business." 396180 Wed, 31 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/leadership-imagine-the-future---developing-young-leaders.aspx Young people are shouldering the weight of the world. How do we help them lead now and become effective leaders in the future? 396052 Mon, 29 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/leadership-the-1-trillion-woman.aspx Mary Callahan Erdoes - Chief executive of J.P. Morgan Asset Management 395892 Thu, 25 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/news-and-events/news-and-events_1/gibs-news/phuti-malabie---ceo-of-shanduka-shares-her-leadership-journey.aspx "The second half of your life must be more impactful than the first” 395805 Wed, 24 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/leadership-creating-a-pipeline-of-female-business-leaders.aspx Why aren’t more women reaching the corner office? 395669 Mon, 22 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/dynamic-markets-the-20-youngest-power-women-in-africa.aspx Twenty women, all under age 45, who wield enormous influence in African business, technology, policy and media. 395675 Mon, 22 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/leadership-how-to-lead-during-a-crisis---lessons-from-the-rescue-of-the-chilean-miners.aspx When 33 Chilean miners were rescued after being trapped underground for 69 days, the world cheered. Here’s what your company can learn from key leadership decisions made during the mine cave-in crisis. 395679 Mon, 22 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/leadership-why-you-should-automate-parts-of-your-job-to-save-it.aspx Employees will increasingly need to automate their own jobs or get moved out. 395439 Wed, 17 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/leadership-should-leaders-go-on-vacation.aspx It's about time we become clear on dos and don'ts for leaders in turbulent times. 395440 Wed, 17 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/leadership-embrace-four-thinking-styles-to-save-your-sanity.aspx Before you try to change the way your colleagues, contacts and customers act, learn how they think. 395442 Wed, 17 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/leadership-great-leaders-wear-big-hats.aspx Remember, John Wayne 395447 Wed, 17 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/leadership-the-first-requirement-for-becoming-a-great-boss.aspx Ironically, it may be the most important because so much else depends on it. 394914 Fri, 05 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/leadership-does-it-matter-if-your-boss-steals-your-ideas.aspx Having a reputation for being a problem-solver is a valuable thing, but relinquishing credit to a boss is often smart as well. With peers, it's another matter. 394916 Fri, 05 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/news-and-events/news-and-events_1/conferences/how-much-does-lack-of-accountability-cost-your-organisation.aspx The difference between mediocre and top performance lies not in strategies, machinery, or even in processes - but in how people handle crucial conversations and confrontations. Our research indicates that most organisations are losing between 20 and 80 percent of their potential performance because they have not mastered crucial confrontations. Confrontations are about in-the-moment face-to-face accountability. 394462 Tue, 26 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/leadership-great-ceos-are-born-not-made.aspx CEOs and top management should not be bean counters but should rather be a "product guys." 394318 Fri, 22 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/leadership-your-new-business-plan-indulge-your-weaknesses.aspx What does this mean in practical terms? 393738 Tue, 12 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/news-and-events/news-and-events_1/gibs-news/mbekis-call-for-change.aspx During a GIBS Forum discussion around his new book, Advocates for Change: How to Overcome Africa’s Challenges, Mbeki poked fun at his detractors... 393300 Tue, 05 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/leadership-do-you-have-too-much-on-your-plate.aspx The most common complaint from managers today 393121 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/leadership-how-to-be-taken-seriously-at-work.aspx It involves more than just pitching up for work 393136 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/news-and-events/news-and-events_1/forum-events/the-national-planning-commission-diagnostic-overview.aspx PLEASE NOTE THIS FORUM IS NOW FULLY BOOKED 392879 Mon, 27 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/news-and-events/news-and-events_1/gibs-news/michelle-obama-acknowledges-gibs-student.aspx Michelle Obama in her keynote address at Regina Mundi in Soweto this week, made a special mention of Gqibelo Dandala, a GIBS Social Entrepreneurship Certificate Programme graduate and current Nexus delegate 392818 Fri, 24 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/news-and-events/news-and-events_1/gibs-news/abla-encourages-the-continent-to-work-together-because-our-time-has-come.aspx At the launch of the inaugural Africa Business Leaders Awards (ABLA) press conference, held at CNBC Africa in Sandton, Dr Yunus Suleman, chairman of KPMG commented, “Africa’s time has come, and it’s up to us now to showcase its leaders.” 392652 Wed, 22 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/programmes/corporate-education-executive-programmes/short-courses/psycho-physiology-of-pressure-and-how-to-sustain-executive-performance.aspx In the fast changing often chaotic business environment, successful executives are pressured to make high-quality decisions rapidly in order to gain the competitive edge. John Neal will lead this programme that encompasses an experiential learning approach to coaching, team development and leadership especially in a fast changing and pressurised environment. 392460 Fri, 17 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/leadership-why-giving-employees-paid-unstructured-time-pays-off.aspx How to design reward systems to encourage innovative activities. 392386 Wed, 15 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/news-and-events/news-and-events_1/conferences/women-in-business-2011.aspx Join GIBS and the IPM for our annual 'Women in Business' conference, an exciting one-and-a-half-day event which has been designed to provide a platform for thorough, informed dialogue between business executives on the advancement of women in the workplace. 392421 Wed, 15 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/news-and-events/news-and-events_1/gibs-news/cnbc-africa-kpmg-and-gibs-partner-to-select-africas-top-business-leaders.aspx Auditing and Professional Services firm KPMG and the Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS) have partnered with ABN Events and CNBC Africa to find, select and analyse the top business leaders in Africa. 392229 Wed, 08 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/programmes/corporate-education-executive-programmes/short-courses/maximising-employee-performance.aspx Managers who have people management responsibilities need to play a pivotal role in increasing their firm’s competiveness through maximising the performance of their staff. Productive relationships between line managers, the employees who report to them and other colleagues, result in higher levels of job satisfaction, commitment and energy aligned with the organisation’s purpose. The saying that “every manager is a human resource manager” explains the philosophy of this course. 392023 Tue, 31 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/news-and-events/news-and-events_1/gibs-news/we-are-failing-our-children.aspx We are failing our children in a massive way, said Jansen. “We are staring down the barrel of a gun … I don’t think (people) realise how serious this problem is. We need to get this right.” 391923 Thu, 26 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/leaders-pay-a-price-for-acting-too-smart.aspx Have you ever thought that you might be too smart? Too intelligent, too sure, too right? 391894 Wed, 25 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/news-and-events/news-and-events_1/gibs-news/leadership-is-about-the-sustainability-of-business.aspx In the aftermath of the global financial crash three years ago, MBA providers took a fresh look at training programmes designed to produce responsible managers and leaders. 391856 Tue, 24 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/news-and-events/news-and-events_1/gibs-news/global-trends-in-social-change-the-next-chapter.aspx First there was the industrial revolution, then a technological one. And in the first two decades of the 21st Century, there's also a movement for social change that's gaining momentum, shaping government and the private sector, driven by individuals with the potential to alter the globe's future. 391596 Mon, 16 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/is-leadership-overrated.aspx Maybe not, but only when it is genuine. 391485 Thu, 12 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/news-and-events/news-and-events_1/gibs-news/maria-ramos-adapt-or-die.aspx In an engaging and thoughtful address, Ramos stressed the need for innovation, actionable strategy and adaptability in business. 391414 Wed, 11 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/whats-your-power-style.aspx Have you ever wondered if a person's childhood experiences influence the way they operate as a professional later in life? 391329 Tue, 10 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/news-and-events/news-and-events_1/forum-events/we-need-to-talk--prof-jonathan-jansen.aspx Prof Jansen has published a collection of articles which highlight the issues we need to talk about. With humour, humility, occasional anger and a good dose of common sense Jansen discusses education, race and identity, the state of our nation, leadership and even sport. He shares these ideas with us. 391313 Mon, 09 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/news-and-events/news-and-events_1/conferences/servant-leadership-for-innovation---creating-a-culture-of-innovation-with-dr-fons-trompenaars.aspx In these times of economic turbulence, organisations are confronted with the challenge of balancing short-term survival with sustainable growth. The pressure to produce more for less money, in less time, is greater than ever before. In order to keep up with this rapid pace of transformation, a new way of thinking is required: bosses and managers need to be transformed into servant leaders who excel at empowering their subordinates and building bridges between different viewpoints and concepts. 391156 Thu, 05 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/stop-the-blame-game.aspx It's tempting, isn't it? Take credit when things go well, deflect blame when they don't? 391195 Thu, 05 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/the-worst-failure-of-all-is-wasting-a-failure.aspx Why did we fail? 390961 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/sustainable-leadership-the-problem-with-iconic-leaders.aspx Is poor leadership development an excuse for failiing to replace an iconic leader? 390878 Tue, 19 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/news-and-events/news-and-events_1/gibs-news/plot-your-own-course-.aspx As leaders, we need to ensure that our personal leadership skills and professional and business acumen are suited to the time we're in now - not the time we come from. 390758 Thu, 14 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/do-you-have-a-mindset-for-growth.aspx Remember, your perspective influences your behavior. 390769 Thu, 14 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/zooming-how-effective-leaders-adjust-their-focus-.aspx Rosabeth Moss Kanter explains why executives must constantly consider both the big picture and the details. 390772 Thu, 14 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/leading-older-employees.aspx Being a leader is tough enough when you look and sound the part. 390540 Fri, 08 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/want-to-become-a-wildly-rich-ceo-dont-go-to-harvard.aspx Not? 390433 Wed, 06 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/programmes/corporate-education-executive-programmes/short-courses/personal-leadership-programme.aspx How has the world changed since the start of the economic crisis? What are the new demands placed on leaders in the new business environment? How can leaders take care of themselves at a time of unprecedented change? What can I learn from feedback from others? Who am I as a leader and what are my strengths and weaknesses? What practical steps do I need to take to be more effective as a leader? These questions and others will be discussed in this high-level programme 390250 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/success-leading-with-impact.aspx Some insights from Moira Forbes 390198 Wed, 30 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/porter-or-mintzberg-whose-view-of-strategy-is-the-most-relevant-today.aspx There are two people, and only two, whose ideas must be taught to every MBA in the world: Michael Porter and Henry Mintzberg. 390074 Tue, 29 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/nine-habits-that-make-contagious-startup-leaders.aspx Leadership which incents other people to be leaders is called “contagious leadership. 389946 Fri, 25 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/the-power-of-respect.aspx A little respect goes a long way. 389964 Fri, 25 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/fat-cats-and-fall-guys-.aspx When CEOs live large, CFOs risk paying a price. 389971 Fri, 25 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/how-japan-became-a-leader-in-disaster-preparation.aspx Japan is arguably the world leader in readiness. 389462 Tue, 15 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/why-wimps-make-better-leaders.aspx Having a powerful boss can actually make it tougher to get work done. 389464 Tue, 15 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/programmes/corporate-education-executive-programmes/short-courses/personal-leadership-and-coaching-for-high-performance-teams.aspx “Personal Leadership and Coaching for High Performance Teams” is a programme that focuses on growing and developing oneself and others as a manager. Based on a practical yet comprehensive assessment and coaching model (MAC) formulated in South Africa, this programme has been developed specifically for managers who want to achieve success in leading themselves and others to achieve high performance. 389388 Mon, 14 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/programmes/corporate-education-executive-programmes/short-courses/board-leadership-programme_2.aspx The Board Leadership Programme has arisen out of the recognition that there is a critical need in South Africa to enhance the opportunities for learning and development of directors and company secretaries (current and aspirant) in large private and public companies as well as state owned organisations. This programme exposes participants to the latest thinking on board leadership, while equipping participants with the necessary procedural and process skills in boardroom interaction. 389288 Fri, 11 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/create-your-legacy-as-a-leader.aspx Don't ask What can the company do for me? - rather say What can I do for the company. 389113 Wed, 09 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/programmes/corporate-education-executive-programmes/short-courses/the-expert-negotiator-.aspx Executives devote up to 85% of their time to negotiation. More often than not these negotiations have high consequence of error but are often left to intuition or ‘gut-feel’. This course is designed for executives and senior managers who are involved in high level, complex negotiations and require a framework to help them plan and manage these situations more effectively. 389087 Tue, 08 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/the-new-rules-of-open-leadership.aspx "Letting go and sharing control has an upside in this new world of social technologies" 388936 Mon, 07 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/leader-sheep-lessons-learned-from-the-crisis.aspx While the economic crisis has exposed poorly performing companies, it has most of all exposed poorly performing CEOs. 388507 Wed, 23 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/news-and-events/news-and-events_1/forum-events/the-edcon-group-.aspx Stephen Ross, CEO of the Edcon Group talks about his organisations strategy and culture. He will also share some key leadership lessons he has learnt. Lastly he will explore where the Edcon Group and the retail industry are headed. 388436 Tue, 22 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/if-you-dont-want-to-influence-others-you-cant-lead.aspx Ask yourself: Do I want to influence others? 388240 Thu, 17 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/making-sure-your-employees-succeed.aspx It's common knowledge that helping employees set and reach goals is a critical part of every manager's job. 387866 Tue, 08 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/demystifying-mentoring.aspx Mentoring has changed a lot in the last few decades. 387628 Wed, 02 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/are-you-a-rebel-or-a-leader.aspx Perhaps you can think back to your own "rebel" situation in your organization. 387421 Fri, 28 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/the-cost-of-entrenchment-why-ceos-are-rarely-fired.aspx "2% of Fortune 500 CEOs on average are fired every year, but we have no benchmark for judging whether [that figure] is a lot or not enough." 387107 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/climbing-the-corporate-lattice.aspx The corporate ladder model is built on top-down, one-size-fits-all means of leading people and managing work. 386286 Mon, 06 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/book-reviews/open-leadership-how-social-technology-can-transform-the-way-you-lead-by-charlene-li.aspx By the same author of Groundswell 386287 Mon, 06 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/leaders-cant-be-trained.aspx Despite the hundreds of books, programs and websites devoted to leadership, the truth is that leaders can't be trained. Leaders need to be developed. 386074 Wed, 24 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/programmes/corporate-education-executive-programmes/short-courses/using-hr-for-competitive-advantage.aspx This three-day course focuses on the relationship between Human Resource Management and the leadership and management of successful businesses. The development of the Human Resource function from its early role in ‘Personnel Management’ to the current emphasis on Human Resources as a ‘strategic partner’ will be examined. 385183 Thu, 11 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/programmes/corporate-education-executive-programmes/short-courses/effective-project-leadership_1.aspx This course enables project managers to understand the interpersonal, team and organisational dynamics of project management by introducing a behavioural focus into the five phases of project management. It employs a unique problem solving approach to learning using a simulation that places participants in realistic, problem-based scenarios. By reasoning through these situations, participants learn and adopt the behaviours that will enable them to lead projects more successfully. 385065 Wed, 10 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/programmes/corporate-education-executive-programmes/short-courses/project-management-for-non-project-managers.aspx There is a great deal of non-routine work in organisations as a result of constant change. New developments, new strategies and new initiatives need effective implementation, and this requires effective project management skills in many levels of the organisation. Thus project management is an essential skill needed by anyone involved in implementation of non-routine work. 384236 Tue, 02 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/book-reviews/empowered-unleash-your-employees-energize-your-customers-and-transform-your-business.aspx Are You EMPOWERED for Success? 384102 Thu, 28 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/how-to-think-like-steve-jobs.aspx You have to bombard your brain with new and novel experiences. 383758 Wed, 20 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/programmes/corporate-education-executive-programmes/short-courses/board-leadership-programme_1.aspx The Board Leadership Programme has arisen out of the recognition that there is a critical need in South Africa to enhance the opportunities for learning and development of directors and company secretaries (current and aspirant) in large private and public companies as well as state owned organisations. This programme exposes participants to the latest thinking on board leadership, while equipping participants with the necessary procedural and process skills in boardroom interaction. 383688 Tue, 19 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/programmes/corporate-education-executive-programmes/short-courses/the-expert-negotiator_2.aspx Executives devote up to 85% of their time to negotiation. More often than not these negotiations have high consequence of error but are often left to intuition or ‘gut-feel’. This course is designed for executives and senior managers who are involved in high level, complex negotiations and require a framework to help them plan and manage these situations more effectively. 383711 Tue, 19 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/what-all-great-leaders-have-in-common.aspx All great leaders have one thing in common: They read voraciously. 383014 Wed, 06 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/why-companies-should-make-employees-take-naps-.aspx Good luck, right? 382654 Wed, 29 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/book-reviews/power-why-some-people-have-it-and-others-dont-by-jeffrey-pfeffer-.aspx What does it take to have the power? 381759 Mon, 13 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/ethical-leadership-in-tough-times.aspx Phil Hayes asks how can our leaders survive and thrive under the current conditions in order to provide the ethical, focused and bold leadership we need in our organisations and wider society? 381574 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/the-biggest-mistake-a-leader-can-make.aspx Insights from "Imagining the future of leadership: 381323 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/on-the-rocky-road-to-strong-global-culture.aspx It's not easy to build a strong organizational culture worldwide--but ''cultural hubs'' beyond headquarters can help. 381353 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/most-companies-get-leadership-wrong-by-michael-beck.aspx Most companies take a good approach to developing leaders, but generally miss the point. 381113 Fri, 27 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/ibms-transformation-from-survival-to-success-by-bridget-van-kralingen.aspx Lessons from one of the great corporate overhauls. 379149 Fri, 09 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/power-play-by-jeffrey-pfeffer.aspx If you want to get anything done in a large corporation, you need power. And it won't just fall into your lap: You have to go after it and learn how to use it. Many highly competent people get stuck because they're uncomfortable with that reality. Stanford University professor Pfeffer offers a primer on why power matters, how to get it, and how to use it to advance your organization's agenda--thus, not incidentally, furthering your career. When push comes to shove, the author explains, there are several things powerful people do to prevail. They mete out resources; deploy rewards and punishments to shape others' behavior; advance on multiple fronts; make the first move; co-opt antagonists; remove rivals (nicely, if possible); avoid drawing unnecessary fire; use a personal touch; persist; attend to important relationships; and make their vision compelling. 379066 Wed, 07 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/emerging-need-by-jean-lee.aspx Emerging markets are full of opportunities—and challenges. Companies in these markets need leaders with a special skill set in order to succeed. Unfortunately, this kind of business leader is exceedingly hard to come by in those markets. Interviews with over 100 Chinese executives reveal several keys to this particular leadership development challenge. 378405 Thu, 17 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/the-sustainability-imperative-by-david-h-lubin-and-daniel-c-esty.aspx The article discusses the concepts of business megatrends and of sustainability which can limit companies' capacity to create value for consumers. Topics include venture investment in clean technology and sustainability programs, externalities that can affect a business' competitiveness, and the shift in consumers' preferences toward efficiency which led to Total Quality Management. The five areas where companies must excel in sustainability such as leadership, management integration, and communication are discussed. The four stages of value creation are also discussed. The development of management strategies based on information technology innovations is noted. 378411 Thu, 17 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/programmes/corporate-education-executive-programmes/short-courses/managing-for-results_3.aspx Perhaps the greatest leap in a manager’s career is the first one into management. You have to let go of the comfort of technical excellence and embrace the concept of succeeding through the work of others. These others are dependent on you for direction, coaching, discipline and energy. Their success is your success; and it is your job to ensure they do not fail. 378198 Tue, 08 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/book-reviews/helping-how-to-offer-give-and-receive-help-by-edgar-h-schein.aspx In this seminal book on helping, corporate culture and organizational development guru Ed Schein analyzes the dynamics of helping relationships, explains why help is often not helpful, and shows what any would-be-helper must do to insure that help is actually provided. 377802 Tue, 25 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/book-reviews/leadership-pipeline-how-to-build-the-leadership-powered-company-by-ram-charan-stephen-drotter-and-james-noel.aspx For every organization that's ever reached beyond its own borders for top leadership only to have those high-profile, high-salary top leaders bungle and exit as abruptly as they appeared, this smart, substantive, and clear-eyed book is a godsend. 377805 Tue, 25 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/reinventing-leadership-and-management-by-mitch-mccrimmon.aspx Once there was a notion that managers could do it all. But the notion fell into disfavour when “leadership” – for example, the heroic leader – emerged and pushed managers aside and stripped them of their responsibilities. The manager became a second-class citizen. This author states that the time has come to empower managers and recognize and elevate the important role that they play in the organization. 377712 Fri, 21 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/leadership-in-the-age-of-transparency-by-christopher-meyer-and-julia-kirby.aspx Rarely do before-and-after business cases present such a neat study in contrasts. Compare the recent actions of the key players in the food industry with those of the tobacco industry two decades earlier. 377675 Thu, 20 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/book-reviews/why-should-anyone-be-led-by-you-what-it-takes-to-be-an-authentic-leader-by-robert-goffee-and-gareth-jones.aspx Too many companies are managed not by leaders, but by mere role players and faceless bureaucrats. What does it take to be a real leader—one who is confident in who she is and what she stands for, and who truly inspires people to achieve extraordinary results? 377686 Thu, 20 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/book-reviews/clever-leading-your-smartest-most-creative-people-by-robert-goffee-and-gareth-jones.aspx In Clever, Rob Goffee and Gareth Jones offer potent insights drawn from their extensive research. The authors explain how to: -Identify your clever people and their motivations -Shelter your "clevers" from political distractions that can inhibit their productivity -Help clevers generate even more value by creating clever teams -Manage the unique tensions that can arise when clevers work together Leading clever people can be enormously challenging, yet doing so effectively is the key to your organization's sustained success. 377687 Thu, 20 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/crucibles-of-leadership-development-by-robert-j-thomas.aspx Despite the general understanding that leaders learn from experience, only a few organizations, such as Toyota, Boeing and General Electric, have truly taken it to heart by putting programs into place specifically to take advantage of experiential learning. 377633 Wed, 19 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.gibs.co.za/igibs_1/igibs/links/to-quack-or-to-soar-by-ken-blanchard.aspx The article discusses the two parts of understanding leadership. 377515 Fri, 14 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT