Dirk Beveridge, Author at Modern Distribution Management

Human Resources in Wholesale Distribution

2051 Ambition: Embrace ‘Force for Good Leadership’ for a Flourishing Culture

It’s time to think differently. Guest author Dirk Beveridge wants distributors to join his mission to improve the lives of 51% of the distribution workforce by 2051.

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April 8, 2024

Human Resources in Wholesale Distribution

The HR Evolution: From Managing Human Resources to Unlocking Human Potential

Amid the contract shift between employees and employers, Dirk Beveridge explains how today's HR departments can bridge the gap between people and purpose.

October 23, 2023

Human Resources in Wholesale Distribution

Modernize Your Employee Value Proposition with People Over Profit

Seeing employees as more than merely 'assets' or 'capital' can go a long way in attracting and retaining staff, argues Dirk Beveridge.

March 23, 2023

Leadership

The 4 Types of Leaders in Distribution (And the One You Should Aspire to)

Dirk Beveridge discusses how the distribution industry and its workforce have changed, and that industry leaders need to follow suit.

November 17, 2022

Leadership

The Very Nature of Leadership is Changing: Are You Changing With It?

Business disruption also pertains to leadership, which has been challenged significantly as the manner in which employees are willing to work in is at an inflection point.

September 13, 2022

Leadership

What’s Your Vision? Get Back to Looking Forward

The pandemic forced many distribution leaders to focus on day-to-day operations. Dirk Beveridge advises on how to turn focus back to future opportunities.

July 21, 2022

Technology

When it Comes to Technology, Have You Become Complacent?

It’s time to run toward — and not away from — technology that can improve your business, value proposition and the services you provide to customers, Dirk Beveridge writes.

May 13, 2022

Strategy

Bridge the Talent Gap by Fighting the ‘Distribution Isn’t Sexy’ Myth

Spreading the notion that distribution isn't desirable makes it harder for companies to enact strategic changes and attract workers. It's also just not true. Here's how companies can promote their industry and win the talent war.

March 25, 2022

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