Mark Wallace
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I have always enjoyed storytelling and find that, in sales, stories that people can relate to help with the buying process. This goes the same for change management or team management
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I am fortunate to work for an organisation more closely related to C. Failures and learnings are celebrated although, of course, we could do more to celebrate innovation failures.
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It is a shame that we were only allowed to select one as there are two or three aspects that I will be working on, however, the most crucial for me is inclusivity.
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one of my greatest managers was a boss I had some years ago when I was in car sales. He appeared to be very strict and authoritarian but was actually very supportive, extremely empathetic and very considerate of his team. He did have many flaws but I do recall him giving me a warning (for something silly I did) and then taking me for a beer after work to talk...
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I don't have all the answers and certainly don't pretend to. I love working with my team to find solutions.
I recall a previous role as a sales manager where some in the company expected you to be a better salesperson than your best salesperson and I thought that was plain ridiculous.
A football manager would not put himself on the pitch if his team...
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I have a good understanding of the individuals but not yet how they interact together as a team or with individuals within the team. I will be hiring a new employee to join the team shortly and recognise that work will be needed in forming this new team.
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As humans we are psychologically ingrained to seek out people, and groups, who are similar and avoid differences. I love the piece around self-awareness because without this then inclusivity is simply an exercise of going through the motions or even, inadvertently, excluding others...
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Bringing people together to discuss informal issues like their weekend, their feelings, their personal lives, their mental health or wellbeing, in a safe space before discussing operations or business allows them to vent, share and compartmentalise their lives, respect and value within a team. It takes time to build trust and create a safe space but in the...
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Whilst the opinions here are, obviously, subjective it is an interesting link towards the perceptions of one's self and the perceptions of others might vary dramatically. The ability to self reflect is important but the ability to get this feedback from others (peers and direct reports) is more important.
One might perceive themself as a strong conduit for...
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I realised a few years back that, as an adult, it doesn't have to be anyone's birthday to buy a birthday cake....
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Chocolate Chilli Cheesecake - Sweet, spicy and Cheesy, just like me and my humour....
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Intrigued about the bread, brownies and sponges, tbh I have not been a big fan of meringue but I am willing to try anything in the Kitchen...
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can you see 'An introduction to reflection?'
