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T. Swords & Associates, LLC

Discover how T. Swords brings a unique and enthusiastic perspective to high stakes efforts to create and implement winning business strategies. Mr. Swords and his associates apply deep experience in strategic planning, operations, balanced scorecard and executive coaching

Articles

What’s the Real Reason Nine Out of Ten Companies Fail to Execute Their Strategies?

No two strategies fail the same way. Timothy Swords describes how to overcome the dynamics behind a failing strategy. “Powerful results can be generated by a passionate leadership team if there is clarity of purpose and accountability,” Mr. Swords says in this timely article. Whenever key executives act as owners and champion the cause of strategy, the result can be solid customer loyalty and superior returns.
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Is Your Team stuck in its Adolescent Stage?

Behavioral psychologists have known for years that, just like human beings, groups mature through four distinct life stages and need distinctly different support from their leaders at each stage. “In turn,” Mr. Swords adds, “leaders need to adjust their styles as groups develop.” This compelling article takes the reader through the four stages -- and the corresponding action steps -- that can enable leaders to encourage working relationships that lead to greater productivity.
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