The DNA of Elite Executive Teams: Traits of High-Performing Leadership

At the invitation of owners and CEOs, I’ve enjoyed the opportunity to work with many executive teams. In some situations, I have been asked to lead or facilitate processes. In other instances, I have simply been asked to participate and consult. Occasionally, CEOs simply want me to observe and perhaps occasionally ask a question or […]

Why Your Next Executive Retreat Should Focus on Culture

When organizations struggle with people-related issues—turnover, disengagement, conflict, and underperformance—the root cause often comes down to culture. Company culture is a powerful driver of business success, yet it’s frequently misunderstood, neglected, or left to evolve on its own. That’s a dangerous strategy—or, more accurately, a dangerous non-strategy. The ability to build and protect culture starts […]

From Interviews to Impact: Enhancing Your Hiring Process

In many companies, interviews are conducted as a one-way exchange. The prospective employer uses the process to learn as much valuable information about the candidate as possible.  That’s how it’s supposed to work, right? It’s as if we’re peering through a narrow window, hoping to catch a glimpse of the applicant’s potential. Employers would be […]

Mastering Conflict Management: Strategies for Leaders

Are you ready to transform conflicts into opportunities for growth and innovation? Join us for an insightful webinar where we delve into the essential strategies for mastering conflict management as a leader. In this webinar, you will learn how to effectively navigate workplace conflicts, turning potential disruptions into opportunities for dialogue, understanding, and strengthened relationships. […]

Seeing Eye to Eye: How Leaders Can Align on Employee Assessment

When assessing the quality and value of a given employee, opinions can, and often will, vary. In the day-to-day running of our operations, it probably doesn’t make much difference if one supervisor rates an employee a 6 and another would rate that same employee an 8. But when it comes to important decisions such as […]