Category Archives: Respect

The Egg and I

By John Evelyn  |  August 26, 2010  |  Capability,Customer Experience,General,Integrity,Leadership,Operational Excellence,Respect,Six Sigma,Transparency

Ever wonder about the question of which came first, the chicken or the egg? It’s hard to escape the current media about eggs, salmonella outbreaks again! I confess that part of me is a chicken, more than a bit concerned about the eggs. Although the broadcasted data says my eggs are likely to be safe, the current outbreak is disturbing. Egg farmers everywhere are sharing the chilling thoughts of what fear can do to our buying behaviors. A bad egg amongst the good can spoil the lot. It’s not just about eggs, is it?
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Whose Life Is It Anyway?

By John Evelyn  |  August 17, 2010  |  Alignment,Blind Spots,Capability,Fit for purpose,Integrity,Leadership,Legacy,Purpose and Values,Respect,Risks,Sustainability,Vision

It’s absolutely fascinating how much leverage going green has gained. It’s hard to miss the marketing, packaging, and commitments that continue to grow and show. Many of us make green choices daily, some bigger, some smaller, and some to feel better, all with positive impacts. My observations are that, in consumer goods, the visible focus is on producing “from recycled” materials or from producing from benign components or processes. But what about all the really big stuff we build, produce, or operate?
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The Real Deal

By John Evelyn  |  October 1, 2009  |  Alignment,Blind Spots,Capability,Competition,Execution,Fit for purpose,Integrity,Leadership,Legacy,Purpose and Values,Respect,Risks,Sustainability,Transparency

While driving this morning I caught some news on the radio. One disturbing bit of news reported that a large defense contractor in Great Britain is facing potential fines of over $1 billion for alleged bribery paid in pursuit of business.
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“Ouch! Labor Hurts!”

By John Evelyn  |  September 8, 2009  |  Adversity,Agility,Alignment,Blind Spots,Capability,Competition,Fit for purpose,General,Legacy,Leverage,Resources,Respect,Rigidity,Risks,Sustainability,Teamwork,Technology

Yesterday was Labor Day in the US. When I was growing up, it was usually a milestone close to the end of summer and a signal that back to school was here. The contributions and needs of labor did not weigh into my view or feelings about the day back then. They are a big deal today and weigh heavy.
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“Hurry Up and Wait!”

By John Evelyn  |  July 27, 2009  |  Agility,Capability,Competition,Customer Experience,Customer Service,Execution,General,Lean,Operational Excellence,Resources,Respect,Six Sigma,Teamwork,Technology,Transparency,Travel

This morning I was traveling. It was a long flight, but the flight crew made great time. In fact, the pilot announced that we would be in a half hour early, at the gate. Great news! I could feel those …
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Thanksgiving in July

By John Evelyn  |  July 3, 2009  |  Adversity,Purpose and Values,Respect,Tapestry of your life

This weekend, on July 4, many of us in the United States celebrate Independence Day. It is typically festive, replete with parades, picnics, gatherings, speeches, and breathtaking fireworks. I feel very lucky, as I was given the choice and opportunity …
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