Robert Mixon, Author at Level Five Associates

Taking Charge of Risk

December 15, 2015 by Robert Mixon

In the US Army, we learned to rely upon a simple 5-Step Risk Assessment process that effectively identified and mitigated strategic, operational, and tactical risk. The process was incorporated into any planning process, from developing a live-fire training exercise, to deploying a force to the Balkans or the Middle East, to planning an attack to defeat an enemy. In the corporate world, we employ the same process every time we conduct strategic planning, open up a new branch of the company, acquire a new business, roll out a new product, stand up a new manufacturing center, open up a new delivery route, or take on a new customer. The process covers lots of ground. How does it work?

The Difference Between Leadership and Management

December 1, 2015 by Robert Mixon

Some managers can be great leaders, and conversely, some leaders can be great managers. Occasionally, one can excel in both roles, but this is the exception. In the US Army, managers are staff officers and leaders are commanders. What is the difference?

Killing Time Bandits

November 17, 2015 by Robert Mixon

We can’t count the number of times a CEO has told us, “I’d implement a leadership development program and deliberate strategic planning system to provide focus, but I don’t have time…I’m too busy with daily crisis.”

But the truth is you can’t afford NOT to develop these foundational building blocks of a high performing culture. If you can’t figure out how to do it, your competition certainly will. In our world where business is all about change, culture trumps everything else. So what’s the answer?

Bring Back The Lone Ranger

November 3, 2015 by Robert Mixon

When we were young boys, there was no show like “The Lone Ranger” depicting the exploits of Texas Ranger, John Reid. He was who we wanted to be when we grew up – brave, honest, fit – and he had no tolerance for bandits or dishonest people. He and his equally brave and virtuous companion, Tonto, captivated our generation one night a week.

Whose Culture Is It, Anyway?

October 20, 2015 by Robert Mixon

We’ve often said, and truly believe, that culture does indeed trump everything else. It’s where your mission, intent, and shared values come to life. Far from a contemporary buzzword, culture is enduring – and a culture of excellence is extremely hard to establish, nurture, and grow. But it sure is worth the investment.

Join us for the next leadership workshop focused on “when in charge, take charge!”

October 6, 2015 by Robert Mixon

Learn what it means to take charge and arm your leadership team with the skills they need to take your business to the next level with a culture of performance. Bring your management team to the workshop to get the most out of the experience. Our combination of collaborative case study discussions and Level Five expertise will educate your team and provide techniques and process that can be implemented in your business immediately.

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