by Dr Lisa | POOGI Series, Theory of Constraints Thinking Processes
We are continuing our series based on The Goal by Eliyahu M Goldratt and the Theory of Constraints. {This series was co-written with Brad Stillahn.} Dr. Lisa: Back to the process for handling a “yes, BUT”. We are saying “yes” to the solution, and the “BUT” is a...
by Dr Lisa | POOGI Series, Theory of Constraints Thinking Processes
Brad: You’re making the case for people expressing their concerns whenever a solution is presented? That this is a good thing? Doesn’t this slow down the whole process? If I have a good idea—and as a business owner, it goes without saying that all of my ideas are...
by Dr Lisa | POOGI Series, Theory of Constraints Thinking Processes
Brad: Both as a business owner, and back when I worked for large companies, I have found a lot of negative people. Someone has a good idea, and then it seems like everyone has a “yes, but…” It’s irritating. Dr. Lisa: Particularly if it’s YOUR idea. In Theory of...
by Dr Lisa | Theory of Constraints Thinking Processes
Most of you have read The Goal. Most of you enjoyed reading it. And most of you have lent or given a copy to someone you think will benefit from reading it. Today, it still sells as many copies a month as it did when it was first published. Dr. Eli Goldratt’s newish...
by Dr Lisa | POOGI Series, Theory of Constraints for Strategy
What’s my business worth … now? continued Brad: “What’s happening on the deals that are getting done? Are there any new trends or any terms that we need to be aware of?” Bob: “Seller’s are being required to participate by...