The Perils of Horrible Leadership: Spooky Leadership Tales for Halloween
As Halloween approaches and we revel in the atmosphere of eerie ghouls and goblins, it’s a perfect time to delve into a spine-chilling narrative that’s not rooted in the supernatural but is all too real: the perils of horrible leadership. Just as we fear monsters under our beds and ghosts in the attic, the horrors […]
The Power of Company Culture: A Glimpse Inside One Bank’s Success Story
In the hustle and bustle of running a company, it’s easy to get caught up in the day-to-day operations and lose sight of something that might seem intangible but holds immense power: your company culture. You might think culture is just a buzzword or something that only big corporations or the HR Department worries about. […]
The Mindful Leadership Paradox: How Being Soft Can Make You Strong
Raise your hand if you remember the iconic tagline “Softer Side of Sears,” or let’s start with, raise your hand if you even remember Sears Department Store. Now that I have dated myself, let’s get into why I embarked on this path and the concept of the softer side of leading, also known as Mindful […]
The Mindful Leader’s Edge: Introducing the Path to Mindfulness
Can you believe it’s already time to bid farewell to the dog days of summer? Let’s cross our fingers and hope the scorching heat wave bids us adieu too. In the bustling business world, summer vacations have wrapped up, the kids are back in school, and we find ourselves staring down the final months of […]
Accountable Inspiration: Striking the Perfect Leadership Balance for Success
The term “leader” often brings a charismatic and inspiring figure to mind, while “manager” might suggest a more structured, results-driven role. Leaders and managers are integral roles to the success of an organization, but striking the right balance between the two is a delicate task. The balance involves adjusting your leadership style accordingly and promoting […]
The Leader’s Playbook: A Comprehensive Guide from Onboarding to Offboarding
Leading a team in today’s technologically advanced and socially conscious world demands exceptional skills and techniques. However, with the right tools, it can also be an incredibly fulfilling experience. While we began this leadership series with humor by exploring the personality traits of the Founding Fathers, it’s important to delve into the realities of leadership […]
When Teamwork is Just Not Working: 5 Ways Behavioral Insight Can Improve Team Effectiveness
What do you do when a team is just not working? We see it happen all the time: people are thrown together because their expertise is needed on a project, and even though everyone knows what to do, they just can’t seem to get it done together. Meetings go nowhere, and everyone leaves frustrated. Or […]
Redefining Leadership: Embracing the Power of Servant Leadership in the Modern Workplace
With the current focus on workplace culture (and how to improve it), servant leadership has become a hot topic. Unfortunately, traditional leadership often brings to mind someone imposing their will on others through aggressive power plays. Servant leadership, though, shows us another way to approach the responsibilities of leading, guiding, and inspiring employees. What is […]
5 Revolutionary Personalities in Today’s Workplace: A Look at the Founding Fathers’ Personality Types
The founding fathers of the United States were some of the most influential figures in American history. They came from different backgrounds and had different views on politics and society, but they all shared this in common: they were fearless, rebellious, and bold. They were the kind of people who didn’t take no for an […]
National Clean Your Room Day: How Personality Traits Affect Your Cleaning Style
Yes, that’s right; we are going to talk about cleaning your room and personality in this blog. May 10th is National Clean Your Room Day, a day dedicated to the idea that a clean and tidy living space leads to improved mental clarity and overall well-being. While this may seem like a trivial holiday — […]
