Finding a name for a project or an initiative is more than just formality—it’s an opportunity to encapsulate ambition, vision, and purpose in a single, resonant name.
But how to find compelling names for work projects? As most of us are neither creative geniuses nor wordsmiths, here’s a step-by-step process that I often rely on.
Oftentimes, leaders face the difficult challenge of finding the balance between innovation and efficiency: on one side lies an irresistible urge to “think outside the box”, breaking free of conventional thinking to uncover groundbreaking solutions; on the other, “thinking inside the box” involves optimizing existing systems while increasing resources. Ultimately, reaching operational excellence requires mastering both approaches equally well.
Just as multiple layers of defense prevent accidents in flight, resilient organizations can build resilient operations that won’t collapse when holes form; the Swiss Cheese Model helps us attain this objective.
The quest for Permit A38 in the whimsical world of Asterix and Obelix serves as a metaphor for management challenges in the workplace. The story highlights the importance of clarity, resource allocation, and fostering a culture of ownership and responsibility in teams. It emphasizes that effective leadership involves clear communication, resource support, encouraging ownership, leading by example, and promoting collaboration.
Drawing inspiration from the aviation industry’s principle of securing one’s oxygen mask before assisting others during an emergency, we look into how this principle can be applied to leadership. The emphasis is on the importance of self-care in leadership, including mental health awareness, setting an example, making sound decisions, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance.