As you may note I have not written much since mid way through 2007. As the title suggests ideas are great but if they can not be applied in a real world environment they are really just ideas.
I have been personally challenged as an awardee of a great course called www.Leadershipnz.co.nz.
Part of the challenge and change is recognition of my leadership style. My style has a strong emphasis on Servant leadership. (acceptance that when staff members are doing what they enjoy we all win) The dichotomy/tension is that I have employed and released from contract upwards of twenty guys in the last year 06/07. With this in mind I struggle with my conduct(Did I give them enough room to develop) and I also struggle with staff members conduct, were they interested in working with me to help develop a better community.
I have my Dad still as a labourer and another Carpenter on one contract and Myself and my apprentice doing work on a full build contract basis (more profitable). The long-term struggle is that to be profitable overall staff cost to much money. When there is inconsistency in employment staff members are an overhead that you can not afford. The problem I have is that is a social cost to the wider community.
I will document my proposal here on our I can work through this issue: Firstly I have restructured my companies so as I sell my time more effectively as a Project Manager. I price secure and direct contracts. I still own Construction(Carpentry) I would prefer this to be as in the past a pure Labour-only Carpentry team. As a project leader on the jobs I can direct some to Construction Carpentry. This fulfills in me the need for trade training staff members and providing consistant outcomes. But also means I can concentrate on creating wealth via my 27 years of building experience.
By for now I will keep you all updates on progress
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