Transforming Procurement with Lourdes Coss

In this episode, I talk about the need to be intentional about change so that you can achieve the goals that you want to achieve. This may also require making adjustments to your environment and creating a culture of support, growth, and development - a laboratory for growth.   ·   Contact and programs:    http://www.lourdescoss.com ·   Upcoming webinars and events:    https://lourdescoss.leadingt...

In this episode, I talk about change and the first requisite for change, awareness. I recommend that you use a tool like DISC to help identify blind spots that get in the way of progress.   ·  Contact Information & Programs available:      http://www.lourdescoss.com ·   Upcoming webinars and events:    https://lourdescoss.leadingthebest.com ·   Free Monthly Leadership Newsletter:    https://lo...

In this episode, I offer thoughts about the relevance of happy individuals and a productive and high-performing team.  This is one thing to consider if you are considering transformation.   ·  My contact information and programs available:      http://www.lourdescoss.com         ·  Upcoming webinars:      https://lourdescoss.leadingthebest.com ·  Sign up for the monthly leadership newsletter:     ...

In this episode I talk about the responsibility and process for selecting the procurement method. Visit my website for information on programs and events: www.lourdescoss.com Live2Lead 2021:  l2lhost.com/mlcoss Think, Act, Transform Retreat: https://www.mlcoss.com Free Leadership Newsletter: https://lourdescoss.leadingthebest.com/JMTN0001 Thank you for listening!

In this episode, I talk about the value of being more intentional with our networking and the value of the mastermind.  NIGP Leadership Summit in Anaheim Live2Lead 2021 link:  l2lhost.com/mlcoss Think, Act, Transform personal development retreat in Puerto Rico:  https://www.mlcoss.com Thank you for listening!

In this episode, I talk about the importance of having a growth mindset, especially if you are a leader.  If the leader stops growing, he/she will limit the growth and effectiveness of the team and ultimately negatively impact the organization. Learn about programs at:     http://www.lourdescoss.com Upcoming webinars and events:  https://lourdescoss.leadingthebest.com Free Leadership Newsletter:  ...

In this episode, David Yarkin talks about how Procurated adds value to procurement professionals and entities.  We also talk about the procurement profession, transformation, and the paths to continue adding value to the procurement profession. Visit Procurated's website for more information: https://www.procurated.com Website: http://www.lourdescoss.com For leadership programs and upcoming e...

Rick Grimm is the CEO of the NIGP: Institute for Public Procurement organization He talks about his journey to CEO of NIGP, Pathways, NIGP-CPP, and the value of becoming a certified procurement professional. Visit my website for upcoming programs:    http://www.lourdescoss.com Free Monthly Leadership Newsletter:  https://lourdescoss.leadingthebest.com/JMTN0001 Upcoming webinars and events:    http...

In this episode, Dr. Stephen Gordon talks about the genesis and purpose of the Continuity of Supply Initiative (CoSi).  If you'd like to take a step towards adding value to the procurement profession and add resiliency to the process, contact CoSi members for more information on how to get involved. Website: https://normajune55.wixsite.com/cosi For leadership and professional development prog...

In this episode, I talk with Darin Matthews about his perspectives on procurement and technology.  He also offers his thoughts on mentorship and shares his journey in the procurement profession. Please visit my website for programs on leadership, communication, and procurement. http://www.lourdescoss.com Free Monthly Leadership Newsletter:    https://lourdescoss.leadingthebest.com/JMTN0001 Upcomin...

In this episode, I describe a strategy for getting employee engagement. Visit my website for upcoming events & programs: ·      www.lourdescoss.com Upcoming webinars:  ·      https://lourdescoss.leadingthebest.com Sign up for the Monthly Leadership Newsletter: ·      https://lourdescoss.leadingthebest.com/JMTN0001 Thank you for listening!

In this episode, I share two strategies and give examples of how to get your team's buy-in. Please visit my website for upcoming webinars and other leadership, communication, and procurement programs:      www.lourdescoss.com Upcoming webinars:  https://lourdescoss.leadingthebest.com Free Leadership Newsletter:  https://lourdescoss.leadingthebest.com/JMTN0001 Thank you for listening!

Topic: Three key enablers for which you want to request funding early in your transformation process. Visit my website: www.lourdescoss.com For upcoming events: https://lourdescoss.leadingthebest.com Free Leadership Newsletter: https://lourdescoss.leadingthebest.com/JMTN0001 Live2Lead 2020, February 12, 2021, 5 days of access to the event Link: https://leaderpass.com/pass/live2lead-2020?ref=RV8479...

KPIs help you stay on track to achieve your goals. Visit my website for upcoming events: www.lourdescoss.com Free Monthly Leadership Newsletter: https://lourdescoss.leadingthebest.com/JMTN0001 Upcoming webinars and events: https://lourdescoss.leadingthebest.com Live2Lead - January 15, 2021, or February 12, 2021, 5-day access to the program. Link: https://leaderpass.com/pass/live2lead-2020?ref=RV84...

KPIs are important but prioritize the implementation based on data availability and effort required to collect data. Live2Lead 2020 rebroadcasts January 15, 2021, and February 12, 2021. Link: https://leaderpass.com/pass/live2lead-2020?ref=RV8479GJ Website: www.lourdescoss.com Request information about the 2021 Monthly Webinar Program for your group at lourdes.coss1@gmail.com. It is ridiculously af...

Strategies for disseminating your transformation plan and getting support for the plan and needed resources. Live2Lead 2020 - There are 2 rebroadcasts left: January 15, 2021, and February 12, 2021. Lind: https://leaderpass.com/pass/live2lead-2020?ref=RV8479GJ Monthly Leadership Newsletter Link: https://lourdescoss.leadingthebest.com/JMTN0001 Stay tuned for the Transformation Tables. Visit my websi...

First steps of starting a transformation.  This is the first of several episodes of the transformation process. Visit www.lourdescoss.com for information on professional development programs. The next two Live2Lead re-broadcast are January 15, 2021, and February 12, 2021.  You have 5 days to access the sessions presented. Link: https://leaderpass.com/pass/live2lead-2020?ref=RV8479GJ Free Monthly L...

Adaptability is an important leadership quality.  Some people are less adaptable due to fear of the unknown or for a preference of the comfort zone. Link to next rebroadcast of Live2Lead 2020 on January 15, 2021: https://leaderpass.com/pass/live2lead-2020?ref=RV8479GJ  Visit: Lourdescoss.com for professional development programs and services. Link to free Leadership Newsletter: https://lourdescoss...

In this episode, I talk about three things to maintain employee engagement while working remotely: inclusion, positive attitude, and appreciation. Book reference: "The 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace" by Gary Chapman & Paul White. Visit NIGP.org for information on "Core Certificate: Foundations of Leadership." Link: https://www.nigp.org/course/65fdfe96-556e-47a...

In this episode, I talk about ways in which you can establish a connection with people to increase your influence and add value to people with whom you connect.  Live2Lead 2020 Link: https://leaderpass.com/pass/live2lead-2020?ref=RV8479GJ Speakers are Dr. John C. Maxwell, Steve Harvey, Alan Mulally, Kat Cole, Craig Groeschel. CEUs and SHRM credit eligible.  Tickets are $79 via discount link above....

In this episode, I talk about four levels of influence in the context of procurement. Live2Lead 2020: https://leaderpass.com/pass/live2lead-2020?ref=RV8479GJ  Speakers: John C. Maxwell, Alan Mulally, Kat Cole, Steve Harvey, Craig Groeschel. Rebroadcast: November 13, 2020. only $79 with the discount link above. CEUs and SRHM Certification credits are eligible. Visit my website for information on pr...

In this episode, I refer to the four stages of change based on the paper "Emotional Cycle of Change"  written by Psychologists Don Kelley and Daryl Connor. Join me for the rebroadcast of Live2Lead 2020 on November 13, 2020. The speakers are Dr. John C. Maxwell, Steve Harvey, Kat Cole, Alan Mulally, and Craig Groeschel.  Find the link on my website: www.lourdescoss.com/events or go to the...

Growth is change and essential in transformation.  In this episode, I talk about several of the laws of growth from the book written by Dr. John C. Maxwell "The 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth".  These laws are related to the transformation process in that growth is uncomfortable, but necessary to become the persons that can achieve the goals set out for the organization.  This is also appl...

High performing teams have some characteristics in common.  In this episode I talk about some of the common traits of teams whose performance positively impact the organization. Live2Lead 2020: Join leaders around the globe in this simulcast on October 9, 2020.  If you are a leader, you cannot effort to miss it. Link: https://leaderpass.com/pass/live2lead-2020?ref=RV8479GJ Visit my website: https:...

In this episode, Marcheta Gillespie of MG Procurement Consulting and Vice-Chair of NIGP's Mentorship Committee talks about the Mentorship Program for public procurement professionals.   If you are interested in mentoring or being mentored, search for the Facebook Page: NIGP Mentorship and ask to join the group.  The group is active and already many are adding value to the community. Link : ht...