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Make Negativity An Asset In Your Outsourcing Plans!

In most companies, negativity is considered a curse - no-one wants to be perceived as a "moaning Minnie." Nevertheless, in reality some managers can see nothing but the negative consequences of any action; and others see nothing but obstacles. Beware of preconceptions ... this is a tremendous asset!

One of the most powerful planning and analytical techniques DEMANDS that managers try to identify every potential negative side effect in advance; and DEMANDS that managers try to surface every obstacle to the plans. Managers who are "naturals" are worth their weight in gold! The pay-off is typically enormous in terms of results and, perhaps surprisingly, morale.