One of the most commonly asked questions in my work on culture is how long will the change take? When will we have the culture we need? There is no simple … Read more
We Should All Celebrate a Touchdown
At one time in the NFL, excessive touchdown celebrations on the field were frowned upon by the league and penalized as unsportsmanlike conduct. Nonetheless … Read more
The Brazil Nut Effect Is No Way to Find Your Future Leaders
Ensuring a company’s long-term survival and prosperity is the underlying driver of any business; however, identifying and developing effective future … Read more
Creating a Culture Where Upper Management Admits Imperfection
Note: This is the 5th in a series of occasional articles on workforce optimization. The first, “Is Workforce Optimization the Missing Piece to Your … Read more
Employee Recognition Can Help You Find New Leaders
Even as “the changing world of work” has become a de facto part of most of our lives, a challenge remains in this seemingly frenetic pace. Rather than … Read more
Insights On Culture From Pioneers and Leaders
Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr. said, “A moment’s insight is sometimes worth a life’s experience.” So, when an opportunity presents itself to learn from those … Read more
How HR Leaders In SMBs Can Make the Shift From Tactical to Strategic
Many HR practitioners who find themselves working in small or medium-sized companies share a common frustration. They complain that their time is spent … Read more
The Two Words That Will Make You a Better Manager
A person who feels appreciated will always do more than expected. When I read this note, which was posted above a restaurant, I thought of a conversation I … Read more
Something Extraordinary Happened When I Started Sending This Email
A few years ago I began the habit of getting up earlier and writing in my journal, taking the time to be reflective, appreciative, and grateful. I went … Read more
How Not to Hate Change: Communicate. Then Communicate Again. And Again.
This is part three of a three-part look at how companies can manage change in meaningful ways that make sense for individual employees and the organization … Read more