Sri Lanka is currently in the vice grip of fear-driven ‘administrative inertia’, and this is proving to be a serious obstacle to economic recovery and a tangible barrier to the smooth functioning of the everyday life of citizens. When the fear of a future audit, a commission of inquiry, mudslinging on social media, et cetera, […]
In the high-stakes theater of Sri Lankan politics, with the National People’s Power (NPP) Government holding a commanding 159-seats and currently riding high on the wave of solid public affirmation of its performance, the belief of the Opposition comprising of the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) led by Sajith Premadasa, the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP),
SJB must be more of a guardrail than a roadblock Read More »
Judging by what I see happening in many Sri Lankan organisations, I conclude that they are not fully utilising ‘Feedback’ as an employee developmental, motivational, and empowerment tool. Irrespective of the context of its application, ‘Feedback’ is the heartbeat of growth. By weaving proactive, honest reflection into our daily rhythm, we can transform simple words
Feedback is not an autopsy of failure, it is the heartbeat of growth Read More »
In today’s hyper-competitive landscape, high-performance teams, being those elite units that consistently exceed expectations, are an elusive rarity. What fuels their relentless drive for excellence has been a subject of much discussion. We have been made to believe that there is a mysterious intangible which separates a great team from a good team and that
Building high-performing teams: Converting mystery into reality Read More »
While a conservative approach is admittedly less risky, an excess of it will erode the competitiveness of the organisation over time because it lacks the variety to spice up its life. The willingness of a leader to be questioned, challenged and criticised is an invaluable trait. Many leaders show annoyance, displeasure, and become defensive when
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In today’s dynamic business landscape characterised by volatility, uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity, the ability to make swift but considered, decisions is what separates the men from the mice. In an era of global connectivity and instant information, unnecessary delays can be costly. As consumer preferences evolve rapidly, market trends shift unpredictably, employee aspirations change frequently
Effective decisions, a mix of gut and information – avoid constipation by data Read More »
Recent revelations of the many instances of the abuse of power and privilege, the lack of transparency and the lack of accountability of national and political leaders in Sri Lanka range from the trivial to the significant. From the price of meals in the parliamentary canteen, disbursements from the President’s Fund to ‘select’ parliamentarians and
Accountability inspired by rule of law: NPP’s path to inclusive growth Read More »
AKD has an eye for detail, an appreciation for clear systems, processes and procedures, a focus on timelines, a dislike for surprises and a desire for order. Discipline and order are not traits which are usually highlighted in discussions on leadership. Self-discipline, routine, structure and an attention to detail are highly beneficial to any leader.
AKD can be Sri Lanka’s Nelson Mandela – just stay the course Read More »
“Optimising the return to shareholders, motivating employees to be high performers while securing their health and well-being and satisfying the needs of a diversity of other stakeholders are the often-conflicting deliverables which require delicate balancing by leaders“. Work-related stress, burn-out and mental health are on the rise in both the private and public sectors in
Work-related stress, mental health and burn-out: Silent assassins of productivity Read More »
Psychological safety is that exhilarating comfort which drives all human beings to give their best efforts to everything they do whether they are at home, work, and school or in society I had my first ‘impactful’ failure in a corporate role and my first acquaintance with psychological safety in mid-1975. I was an employee of
Sri Lankan corporates can be braver on psychological safety Read More »
