5 Common Strategic Planning Mistakes and How to Fix Them

5 Common Strategic Planning Mistakes and How to Fix Them

Many organizations don’t develop a strategic plan and those that do rarely implement it effectively. In his article The Big Lie of Strategic Planning, Roger L. Martin states, “All executives know that strategy is important. But almost all also find it scary, because it forces them to confront a future they can only guess at. […]

5 Reasons You Procrastinate and How to Fix Them

5 Reasons You Procrastinate and How to Fix Them

Procrastination – it happens to the best of us. You leave a meeting, sit at your desk and begin cranking out amazing work. Your significant other sends a text message about dinner and 20-minutes later you are bookmarking exotic $2 dinners in Thailand. This type of behavior is normal on occasion. However, when you find […]

6 Ways to Motivate New Hires (without cheesy incentives)

6 Ways to Motivate New Hires (without cheesy incentives)

Motivating new hires is easier said than done. In the age of cheesy incentives, employers are challenged to identify motivating factors that are both realistic and effective. Before delving into personality types and performance index results, ask yourself if you are providing the six opportunities below for your new hires. You might also find my […]

Genius Ways to Inspire Employees: Part I

Genius Ways to Inspire Employees: Part I

You are here because you want to inspire your employees. And you have a great group to lead! You know that when your employees are performing at a high level, your company is, too. So, how do you inspire your employees to put forth their absolute best? You perform to your best ability every single […]

Engaging a Diverse Workforce

Engaging a Diverse Workforce

  As a leader, your responsibility is to provide the support that inspires growth and engages your team in a diverse workforce. Easier said than done. We are in a new era – post-recession, businesses are regaining momentum and a new generation is getting their first taste of leadership. Engaging team members is becoming one […]

The Impact of Activity and Good Nutrition on Work Performance

The Impact of Activity and Good Nutrition on Work Performance

Weight loss is a common, if not the most common goal of many exercise and nutrition programs. But what impact does attention to nutrition and exercise have on performance in the office? Dr. David Satcher, 16th U.S. Surgeon General, recently spoke about the learning connection and vital role schools play in helping children develop healthy behaviors. […]

Say No the Right Way

Say No the Right Way

How much time do you spend on tasks that do not align with your purpose, skills or gifts? Say no to most things you’re asked to do so you can get better and better at your one thing. Mastering the one or very few things that require your strengths is much better than trying to master 1,000 […]