“Finding Balance and Reflection: Lessons from December for Business Professionals”

The holiday season can be an overwhelming and demanding time for leaders. With numerous expectations and competing demands, it’s crucial for them to prioritize their time and resources efficiently. One effective way of doing this is by delegating tasks to others when necessary and setting clear boundaries to prevent burnout. By doing so, business professionals … More “Finding Balance and Reflection: Lessons from December for Business Professionals”

It Pays to Understand People

                                                 Understanding people pay great dividends. This is true in many contexts, from interpersonal relationships to business dealings. No matter the context, understanding another person’s thoughts, feelings, motivations, and experiences is an invaluable asset. People want to be listened to, respected, and understood. One of the most critical aspects of understanding people is empathy. Putting … More It Pays to Understand People

How do you lead the toughest person in the room?

At every leadership webinar, I ask this one question: Who is the toughest person in the room to lead? Then, after everyone points to everyone else, I spring the correct answer on them and say, “You.”   You are the toughest person to lead in this room! Friends, the person I have the most difficult … More How do you lead the toughest person in the room?

The shocking truth about Employee Reward and Recognition Systems

Reward and recognition is a proven way to reinforce desired behaviors that epitomize a company‘s culture. But what if the company’s values are distorted and abused by manipulation, pressure tactics, and an acceptance of concealment of information from customers? Many of us see this behavior happening in front of us, yet we refuse to speak … More The shocking truth about Employee Reward and Recognition Systems