Organizational Growth & Performance
Scaling Up: Why Growth Is a Choice and a Discipline
I was in a conversation recently, describing how many of my clients scale every year. Some double—$20M to $40M. Others…
Culture Isn’t About Values—It’s About Organizational Conflict
I often see value statements written large on walls. Sometimes they’re on websites. Sometimes on the back doors of vans….
3 Reasons Your Best Employees Leave and How to Improve Employee Retention
Over this last week, I’ve had almost daily conversations with owners about staff transitions and turnover—highlighting just how critical employee…
Doctor’s Orders: “Go Hurt Yourself.” What Pain Can Teach You About Leadership
I had shoulder surgery a few months ago. Because everyone seems to enjoy hearing about my pain, here you go:…
Reparenting the Workforce: How Leaders Can Develop Underprepared Employees
Do you struggle with employees who: Don’t meet performance standards? Lack basic professionalism in behavior or dress? Have an underwhelming…
Your Best Business Move? Doing Less, Not More for Business Optimization
Want to build real strength? I don’t mean getting big and bulky. I mean farmer strong. All you need are…
Leadership Under Pressure: Thriving in the Age of Big Feelings
I attended my son’s fifth-grade spelling bee. His name was called for the opening round. As he walked up, I…
Unlocking Success: Focus on Behaviors for Effective Leadership
Jason is a senior leader in his company. He feels frustrated because Brian, one of his direct reports, “isn’t reliable”…
Leaders: Stop Trying for Perfect. Start Getting Things Done.
Most leadership growth comes from doing the same thing over and over until you finally get good at it. One…
What the LA Fires Can Teach Us About Leadership, Integrity, and Crisis Response
Some of you know I began my career in disaster relief. I worked across the globe to help rebuild communities…