Critical Thinking: The Key to Success February 2008 In this issue: Do You Manage by Leading or Lead by Managing? A Case for Critical Thinking Do You Manage by Leading or Lead by Managing? A Case for Critical Thinking, Part 2 Human Resources as a Profitability Partner Critical Thinking Q&A with David Miles End Business as Usual--Become a Critical Thinker
Established in 1987, OI Partners is a corporation of career consulting, executive coaching, leadership development and outplacement professionals located in more than 180 locally owned offices in 24 countries. No matter what your talent management challenge is, as a member of OI Partners, E. K. Ward & Associates will provide you with the reach of a major international company ...AND the tailored service, market knowledge and central coordination you've come to expect from a local provider.  When it comes to organizations and individuals, we are a trusted partner in delivering effective HR solutions. For more information about our full range of HR Consulting Services, please contact us at (716) 626-1188 or visit our website at www.ekward.com	Critical thinking is one of the key skills a knowledge worker brings to the table.  It is the ability to think and solve problems in innovative and strategic ways.  As our global economy continues to heighten in competition, there is more demand for the critical thinker as a manager, as a leader and as a profitability partner.  We hope this issue helps you view your role in new ways, including how you can move into a critical thinker role. Sincerely, Anne Mahoney Glose VP, Principal E. K. Ward & Associates                     an OI Partner Do You Manage by Leading or Lead by Managing? A Case for Critical Thinking The question--do you manage by leading or lead by managing?--is not meant to be a rhetorical question but one for you to analyze how you approach your role in your organization. Do You Manage by Leading or Lead by Managing? A Case for Critical Thinking--Part 2 What is entailed in becoming a critical thinking organization? There are a few key principles that must lead our understanding of this subject. Human Resources as a Profitability Partner Fast gaining currency in the U.S. is the expectation that HR teams help increase the company's profits and deliver flawless transactional and traditional HR services. Is your HR team ready for this critical thinking challenge? Critical Thinking Q&A with David Miles Following are some of the most commonly asked questions about critical thinking, answered by David Miles, Ed.D., OI Partners -- Miles LeHane Companies (Leesburg, VA). End Business As Usual--Become a Critical Thinker A critical thinker looks at every system, every process and every procedure as if they were being done for the first time. This creates an opportunity for innovation with every action you take.
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