The issue of how can a leader motivate their team might seem complicated in today's era of hybrid work, but we promise you that the rules of human psychology haven't changed much. Let me explain: Imagine you're a conductor standing in front of an orchestra. Each...
In my last blog post I talked about the need for every business owner to have a picture of what they want their company to look like in the next 3 years IN WRITING. If you did that, congratulations, you are in the top 30% of business owners and statistically you are...
If you’re a business owner reading this, I have a couple of questions for you to start: Do you have a long term business plan? (3 years, It doesn’t have to be a 100-page document, it can be a 1-pager) Is it in writing? (If it’s in your head it doesn’t count) Does...
Any seasoned leader can attest to the following fact: It's lonely at the top! Being the pioneer for your entire team has many challenges. The one I hear the most amongst my colleagues and key clients is this: How do you gain enthusiastic cooperation and a positive...
Are you planning the same old humdrum end of year office party? Routine chit-chat, cocktails, and a bunch of fun stuff that your team would rather be doing with their friends and family instead? Sorry to be harsh, but that’s the reality of most holiday parties, and...
What makes a good team turn toxic? Well, it doesn't happen overnight, and even toxic teams can continue to keep a company afloat for a little while. But if you leave that team unchecked, it could become the detriment of your organization. In this article, we will...
Upskilling refers to the process of learning new skills or teaching workers new skills. As the digital revolution continues to change the business landscape, and the fact that replacing key employees can cost upwards of $300,000, this concept has become increasingly...
Sorry to throw shade, but here’s the truth about most blog posts pretending to be experts on large group team building activities: Half of the events they talk about would never work in a real-life setting. The other half would be a snooze-fest (we’re looking at...
"What is effective communication?" If you've ever worked on a team that had a crazy amount of chemistry, you already know the answer. Everything they touched was gold, they produced more than any other team combined, and they had fun doing it. Unfortunately, you know...
Imagine a workplace where open communication flows like a river, conflicts are resolved with respect, and collaboration is the norm. This can be your reality when you prioritize building trust in teams. In this post, we unlock the key to building trust between your...