Category: Leadership Topics

Today there are more reasons than ever for being a lifelong learner: rapidly changing technology, AI, differences in generations, landscape of business, economic conditions, etc. In fact, so many things are changing so quickly, the term VUCA is being used frequently in the business world. (VUCA stands for Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, Ambiguity).

Effective delegation is the act of giving someone else the responsibility and authority to carry out an assignment or to represent you or your organization in a specific role. Conducted skillfully, delegation is one of the most powerful actions a leader can do to improve organizational performance. Through delegation, a leader can free up time for high payoff activities and develop employees for future advancement. But there is an equally important third benefit that is not as well-known. 

Take this quick assessment to determine if you are on track to achieve your goals for 2023.

Remember, as kids, how much we looked forward to the summer and adventures with friends and family?   As leaders, we may feel uncomfortable taking time away from work to unwind and to refresh.  If you struggle to take time off, even for a couple of days, here are some pointers to keep in mind (post these in your office or as a reminder on your phone!)

As you prepare to plant your gardens, you think about the timing, the ground, the seeds, and the overall climate. The same is true for your team as you plan their success.

Manufacturers can’t sit on the sidelines and hope for the labor market to recover. Those who execute on a strategy now to overcome these labor challenges can grow and remain competitive.

There are critical skills that successful teams practice regularly as part of their game plan.  

Here’s what’s on the schedule for the rest of 2023. Our programs are filling up, so reserve your seat soon. Or, if you have 8 or more to train together, we can provide in-house training. This year we have added a Personal Leadership program, a Leadership for Women program, and a Motivational Leadership program for […]

While establishing goals is the foundation, there are a couple of pieces that we may miss.   Understanding and fully utilizing these important pieces may be the difference between achieving and not achieving those goals