Tag Archives: Leadership

People want to fit in. It’s in our DNA. It ensures our survival. So we do what other people do. If we don’t see anyone at work actively creating and managing a positive culture, we hesitate to go first. But if we go first, others might follow. If they do, we’ll create something beautiful together.ContinueContinue reading “Go first”

You want to know if the people you employ are trustworthy, knowledgeable, and are who they say they are. Background checks ensure all three things. But background checks can cost you time and money, so you don’t want to run one unless you’re sure it’s necessary. Not every business or industry requires them, but someContinueContinue reading “5 Types of Businesses That Require Background Checks”

Hayes This is a story of happenstance evolving into a meaningful connection — and what we learned about having a peer accountability partner.    Our paths crossed in 2021 during a ten-minute virtual breakout session of a business development course for coaches taught by Dorie Clark and Alisa Cohn. Remarkably, we established a connection from thatContinueContinue reading “Buddy up: What we learned as peer accountability partners”

First day back at work for 2024. Will your company culture be the same this year as it was last year? Will you try to make it better? If so, what will you do differently? What intentional behaviors will you adopt? The wars, the upcoming elections, AI and ChatGPT – they will all influence yourContinueContinue reading “New year, new culture”

Several years ago, I wrote an article on “Weeding Your Friendship Garden,” referencing friendships and relationships that don’t work or no longer serve your highest good. As we turn our attention to 2024, you may feel an extra spark as you plan for new experiences and map out your priorities. Now feels like the perfectContinueContinue reading “Weeding Your Friendship Garden Redux: Thoughts for 2024”