In 2025, Break Routine and Unleash Creativity to Fuel Innovation
Innovation is the lifeblood of success. Organizations that can adapt, embrace change, and foster creativity are poised to thrive. Yet, […]
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Lessons From The Buddha … Ask ‘Why’ 5 Times
The Buddha’s Upajjhatthana Sutta discourse explains that contemplating five facts can help weaken or overcome conceit, lust, and irresponsibility. The discourse suggests
Employee Holiday Recognition Can Be Worse Than Doing Nothing
Recognizing and rewarding hard work in the construction industry is crucial for maintaining employee morale and productivity. The employee engagement
8 Steps To Improvement For Leaders And How To Develop Them
You’re the boss of a company. Lately, you’ve noticed that the work is being completed steadily, but you’re seeing a
‘The Times They Are A’ Changin’ … 9 Questions To Check If Your Team Is Ready
There is a proverb that teaches that living in interesting times is both a curse and a blessing. Most of
Culture & Connection Resource List
I have compiled a list of videos, articles, and other resources for you to explore related to the human elements
10 Signs You Have A Scary Boss
According to the Gallup Organization, having a bad boss is the number one reason people quit their jobs. Seen one
LEADING THROUGH SCARY TIMES
Who would have thought that a worldwide pandemic would be the least of our worries a few years ago? The
How to Motivate People When Pay is Off the Table
An interesting theme ran through several conversations I had over the past few weeks. People are frustrated in volunteer roles.
Can you be friends with people you might have to fire?
Can you be friends with people you might have to fire? Recently I was interviewed for the Cherry Health Podcast.
You – And Only You – Are Responsible For the Engagement & the Culture of our Organization
Elevating engagement and improving the culture of an organization starts with leadership. A culture of accountability doesn’t just happen. Instead,
The 7 Step Coaching Process
For in-depth analysis, please see Michael Bungay Stanier’s The Coaching Habit: Say Less, Ask More & Change the Way You Lead
20 Tips To Avoid The 40% Failure Rate When Onboarding A New Leader
Most of the onboarding of new leaders and managers is common sense. Still, different people latch on to different nuggets
5 Steps To Calming The Waters When A New Boss Enters The Pool
… of all the things that can cause ripples in our ‘pond,’ changing leaders should be considered the equivalent of
Why 75 Is The Single Most Important Number You Will Ever Need To Lead
What? 75%? I have been in the leadership business for over 40 years and have worked with thousands of leaders,
In the Citizen’s Interest: A Dynamic Talk with Steve Armstrong
A quick note to my Readers. In addition to my work and business, I serve on several Boards and working
3 Steps To Building Trust So It’s Ready When Your Team Needs It
We often think of trust as a fixed, static idea, such as “We trust the Union” or “The Operations Team
The 7 Hidden Reasons Your Employees Leave You
In The 7 Hidden Reasons Employees Leave, employee-retention expert Leigh Branham discusses how companies can tackle employee disengagement and retain
3 Things You Need To Do So Your First 90-days Aren’t Your Last Days
So you have been hired as a CEO or other senior role. First, you must understand that your primary responsibility
High Performance is not the same as High Potential
We have all seen that employee, the one so good at their job that no one can hold a candle