Building an A-team doesn’t happen by accident. They’re created strategically over time. If you’re like many organizations, you do your best day-to-day and hope that your A-team will come together on its own. But, relying on that type of strategy is costly and ineffective. Cultivating A-teams doesn’t require a master’s degree in human resources. Once […]
Building a strong mindset isn’t something you can do overnight. It’s the result of multiple choices made over time – mindset habits that you work on consistently. It’s easy to understand that habits are essential to developing a strong mindset, but which habits should you pursue? Which actions should you create that can eventually happen […]
A new year is upon us, and that means a new opportunity to embrace change. This year you may aspire to become a better person, take your business to the next level, and finally live the life you deserve. You’ve made a list of resolutions and you’re ready and motivated to begin. According to research […]
The holidays are approaching, and that means long hours trying to complete tasks and make those final sales before you wrap up the year. If you’re like many other Americans, you work longer than the rest of the world. But maybe the rest of the world knows something you don’t. If you’re a workaholic, consider […]
Yogi Berra once said of Bill Dickey, “Bill is learning me his experience.” That’s exactly what mentoring is, a way for a mentor to share their experience with a mentee. This can be a huge win/win for the individual mentors and mentees, as well as the company. There are many mentoring myths out there, and […]
Many companies talk about the importance of mentorship, and some even have established mentorship programs. Regardless, you can always take an opportunity to mentor someone within your company or industry. If you feel you can teach them, reach out. They are probably eager to learn. What you may not realize is how important mentorship is […]
Would you like your organization to be the center of discussions about your industry without having to advertise? Would you like to always be top-of-mind when someone needs your products or services? Are you tired of people questioning your prices? If so, then you want to be seen as a leader in your industry. Being […]
To some people, capitalizing on your unique differences may seem obvious, but to many it’s a new concept that’s difficult to grasp. The Industrial Revolution taught us to be the same because that’s how efficiencies and reduced labor costs are achieved. But, the world has shifted. Now, you’re at a disadvantage if you’re identical to […]
I’ve been reading a lot about how important it is for women to embrace their femininity, lead with confidence and take their seat at the decision-making table. I’m confident that with more women leaders, our world will change for the better. Taking that seat at the table isn’t as easy as a request or demand. […]