Years ago, I had the privilege of working at a company with a well-earned reputation for how it treated its people. At the time, I was the Director of Organizational Development and Learning, and I...

Years ago, I had the privilege of working at a company with a well-earned reputation for how it treated its people. At the time, I was the Director of Organizational Development and Learning, and I...
When my business partner and I started MINDSCAPE, our focus wasn’t just on building a business—it was about building a life. Along with our two team members, our goal was simple yet ambitious:...
Imagine this: You get a call in the middle of the night—your entire business facility has been destroyed by a fire. Every machine, desk, and piece of equipment is gone. You’d immediately start...
Recently, I was in a meeting where a CEO who stated: "I really ought to give my sales team hard feedback right now, but I am afraid to do that because we are coming into an important sales season."...
In the journey of leadership, the distinction between ability and skill is crucial. While ability may be an inherited trait, skill is cultivated through diligent effort and time in grade. By this...
I grew up competing in track and field events from grade school through college. By the time that all wrapped up I had learned a lot, and this week, one of the more important lessons I learned came...
In the world of team dynamics, there's a subtle yet profound element that distinguishes good teams from truly great ones. It's not just about the relationship between the team leader and the...
After sending my last blog about accountable culture, my 93-year old father sent me his thinking on the matter. For context, he was once the head of Human Resources for what was then the old...
Terminating an employee is undoubtedly one of the most challenging decisions a leader faces – and it should be. To be clear, it’s not a moment that tests managerial skills, what it truly tests are...