Team Building

In past articles I have introduced the One Page Strategic Plan (OPSP). It is a treasure chest that provides a clear way forward for creating strategy and implementation. It allows organizations to offer more concise direction; bring teams together, achieve goals, and lay the groundwork for continued growth and innovation. It’s important to understand that […]

Leadership is often spoken of in terms of the top Leader of an organization or the head of a big business division. A huge part of sustained success and a legacy is to make leadership training an everyday part of your business.

As I continue my work with executive leaders I am noticing that many of the new directives being brought into organizations have to do with fostering talent development and leadership to create greater ownership, connection and accountability from the top down. Through my experience it is evident that when communication and the development of trust […]

In my last article, Can Trust With Greater Communication Drive Greater Results?, I expanded upon the Introductory meeting outline in our Four Meeting model, which provides a platform for more creative thinking and innovation for business excellence and expansion. I talked about connection and communication being a vital part of the neuroscience of development, and […]

In my last published article, How Can You Win by Sharing Challenges and Problems? I introduced our Collaborate Leadership, Four Meeting Model which gives leaders an alternative approach to the development of teams into collaborative and innovative units. This team approach gives organizations the advantage by incorporating individual leadership development as the connection, and alignment, […]

In today’s business environment it is often instinctive to hold your cards close to your sleeve, keeping problems and challenges to yourself, for fear of being perceived as lacking. But in reality, we all have challenges and problems in business, and “no man is an island.” We must learn to engage and collaborate with each […]

For several months now the Harvard Business Review Group, of which I am a member, has been discussing the question, “What are the key differentiators that separate a leader from a manager.” I have been impressed by the longevity of the discussion and by many of the answers. Since my work has focused on leadership […]

In my last article I talked about organizational change and the crucial stages of transition that create a more positive environment and greater buy-in. I received many comments about the essential ingredients for successful change, and it was enlightening and stimulating to see the thoughts that many are having about this. Our dialogue inspired me […]

In my last post I talked about the Open Door Policy as a way to create more availability and connection. I suggested that the “drop- in” meeting might not be the best way to foster the connection that creates high performance and leadership. Today I would like to talk about meetings that are regular and […]