Pat Lynch


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Guidelines for Allocating Scarce Resources

Scarce resources are a fact of business life. In the wake of devastating budget cuts, furloughs, and/or layoffs, however, "normal" levels of scarcity have been exacerbated. The question for many organizations has become, "How do we move forward from here most effectively?" When asked to help clients answer that question, I recommend that they begin by identifying some crucial information that will guide... (posted by Pat 1 year 358 days ago.)
From Chaos to Calm: The Experts’ Guide to Setting Priorities

One set of skills that is critical in any organization is that of setting, aligning, and implementing priorities. These skills are particularly important in times such as those we have experienced recently, when management has to find effective ways to "re-group" in the aftermath of devastating changes caused by economic conditions. Particularly in times of chaos or emergency, people seem... (posted by Pat 1 year 358 days ago.)
How to Prevent Your Employees from Becoming Collateral Damage in the Labor-Management Battle

While members of Congress talk about improving the workplace for employees, the actions of many indicate that they are far more interested in serving the interests of either management or unions than they are in securing better conditions for workers. Unless this attitude changes quickly, employees are likely to become collateral damage in the on-going tug of war... (posted by Pat 2 years 216 days ago.)