Different Stages of Market Growth and the Types of People Required
D. Brown Management
February 1, 2020
Every contractor will experience different stages of growth as a company and within the markets they are competing in. Understanding the different types of people required at each stage will help the contractor navigate them smoother.
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How Wealthy Are You
D. Brown Management
February 8, 2019
Beyond having a reasonable level of security, shelter, and food, wealth is measured in many other dimensions, including relationships, health, self-actualization, and impact. Building a great life and a sustainable business requires a holistic focus.
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The Knowledge Management Pyramid (DIKW)
D. Brown Management
February 1, 2019
Knowledge Management is a complex topic and the contractors who learn to manage it the best will have an edge in the market. There are several models that can help you visualize the differences between different types of “knowledge” in your organization.
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Correlation Between Culture, Safety, Profitability, and Growth
D. Brown Management
June 16, 2018
There is a high correlation between contractors that have consistently GREAT safety records and consistently GREAT profitability, growth, morale, and talent retention.
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Four Stages of Learning a New Skill
D. Brown Management
May 13, 2018
It is impossible for any of us to know what we don’t know. This is the stage where we all start when learning a new skill. Understanding all four stages is invaluable for self-development and especially so for the training and development of others.
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Integrating Constraints and Strategic Targets
D. Brown Management
April 4, 2018
Available talent, capital, and work in the market are the basic constraints every contractor must work within. Understanding and managing all three better each year is the foundation of sustainable growth.
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Decision Quality: Data Points, Accuracy, Confidence, and the Danger Zone
D. Brown Management
March 20, 2018
Decision quality IS NOT linearly related to information quantity. In complex environments with elements of uncertainty, data quantity quickly reaches a point of diminishing returns but increases decision confidence, which puts you into the danger zone.
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Focused Resources = Maximum Results
D. Brown Management
March 3, 2018
Contracting is a relatively low-margin and high-risk business. Contractors can’t afford to spread out their resources on projects or in their businesses. Leaders must put maximum resources behind their biggest bottlenecks or opportunities.
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Talent Alignment & Integration: Four Basic Layers
D. Brown Management
February 1, 2018
Talent must be aligned around four basic layers for contractors to achieve results. Integration of talent from the customer through to compensation creates optimum results for all parties over the long-term.
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