Jan
31

Managing Professionals - Is It Really Like Herding Cats?

Managing professionals has been compared to herding cats and, as all cat owners now, cats are officially un-herdable. However, skilled animals trainers know that cats can be trained, if perhaps not herded, to an extent that amazes those unfamiliar with the methods. Can it work with professionals too?

You do have to work with the temperament of the cat.

Cats do not respond to “negative reinforcement” or punishment. This includes being put on a lead, being ordered around, being shouted at and being subjected to any kind of: “do this or else . . .” approach.

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