From Breakdown to Breakthrough – How Steve Helped Rebuild a School’s Culture and a Leader’s Confidence
Client: Diana Stinn, Co-Founder of a pioneering Alberta-based school Diana Stinn had spent two decades building a school from the […]
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Driving Connection – How Steve Helped Unite a Scattered, Diverse Team: A CASE STUDY
CASE STUDY: Driving Connection – How Steve Helped Unite a Scattered, Diverse Team Client: Sheri Kortgaard, Owner of a specialized
Beyond Command & Control: How Vulnerability Unlocks Your Team’s True Potential
Last week, we explored the leadership lessons developed amid the heat and uncertainty of this year’s wildfire season—understanding the entire
Fathers Day, The Hardy Boys and a First Leadership Lesson
I have made many mistakes. Some of them were pretty spectacular. While formal training, my master’s degree, and supplementary reading
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Lead Through the Fire: 3 Core Principles for Crisis Leadership
With another forest fire season upon us here in Alberta, I’m reminded of the immense pressures and challenges that come
Unlock Understanding: 5 Questions to Navigate Strong Disagreements
In a world of increasingly polarized opinions, truly understanding someone with whom you strongly disagree can feel like an impossible
7 Check Up Questions To Diagnose Your Team
It’s straightforward to be on a sports Team. You know your position, what is expected, and who’s with you and
Leading Through the Unpredictable: Embracing Courage in a Time of Change
We live in a world where the illusion of absolute control has been shattered. For too long, we have believed
More Than Just Survival: Why Any Business, Regardless of Size, Needs a Strategic Plan
Many small business owners are immersed in a daily hustle—managing operations, serving customers, and putting out fires. The idea of
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The Unintended Compass: When Leadership Values Emerge by Accident
We often perceive leadership values as thoughtfully crafted principles outlined in mission statements and reinforced through formal training. What happens
Are You ‘Off Message’? How Misaligned Communication Kills Execution
Based on Team of teams: New rules of engagement for a complex world*. Portfolio/Penguin. Seriously, we’re drowning in noise. Everywhere
The Precursor to Success? – 4 Actions To Drive Leadership Team Accountability
It was a harsh lesson in accountability. I don’t remember why I was late, but I was late. I was
Closing the Accountability Gap: Practical Steps for Real Results
Throughout countless client conversations, a glaring issue persists: the lack of accountability. Missed deadlines and broken commitments are not merely
What is worse than being a boss? Being a bridesmaid – 3 Leadership Hacks
A recent Google SEO search found that the only phrase searched for more often than ‘I hate being a boss’
Embracing the Unknown: Navigating Difficult Conversations
Let’s face it: Most of us don’t relish the thought of difficult conversations. They can be uncomfortable, stressful, and sometimes
How Do You Want People to View Your Advice?
Advice. As leaders, we give quite a bit of it—so much that we probably don’t think that much about it.
The Indispensable Chain: Leadership Lessons from the Front Lines of Disaster Response
My recent conversation with Bryndis Whitson on the Zebras to Apples podcast offered a chance to reflect on my experiences
Global Leadership Forecast 2025 – Why would anyone aspire to lead in today’s environment?
DDI, or Development Dimensions International, is a global leadership development consultancy. Founded in 1970, DDI partners I find to be
As Curious Leaders, What Are The Right The Questions to Ask
How many open-ended, idea-prompting questions do you ask every day? Do you ask more questions than you give orders or
6 Questions To Bring Clarity to Your First Team!
I have worked with dozens of companies and organizations, addressing team and organizational challenges. I am always surprised that most