In the modern workplace, 90% of business leaders believe an engagement strategy would greatly benefit their employees. However, only 25% actually have a strategy in place.  Business leaders across the country continue to drop the ball when it comes to...

    Do you invest more of yourself into your job or your family? I think most of us would like to say our families. After all, the people that mean the most to us should also be the ones we give the best of ourselves to, right?  The average American spends...

    Work cultures have seen a drastic change in the last decade. With the Internet allowing for greater connection and collaboration online, working from anywhere has become an option that many companies are adopting.  Odds are, you’ve heard of this trend,...

    There is immense power in how you breathe.  Don’t believe me? Stop reading and pause for five minutes. Close your eyes. Breathe in through your nose. Out through your mouth. Focus only on your breathing. For real, give it a try.  My friend Trisha Smith...

    Every goal we pursue takes a blend of hustle and patience. A lot of us are comfortable with the hustle part, especially when we’re passionate about the things we’re going after. But what happens when we’ve done all we can do and all that’s left is the...

    “Transparency is about fostering openness, so feedback and criticism may elevate your current team and culture. I encourage you to fight for radical clarity.” Strong cultures, like any healthy relationship, are built around trust.  In my opinion,...

    “The result of celebrating people isn’t just to make them feel good, but to demonstrate to the team and clients what’s important to the organization.” Everyone wants recognition. From their daily contributions, to yearly milestones, I believe everyone is...

    “When listening to a team member share their thoughts, respond with ‘yes, and…’ What can you add to someone else’s approach to make it even better?” Take a second and think about the goals you have set for your company. Where do you want to be in five...

    “Systems don’t create restrictions, they free up creativity and innovation. An organization that embraces systems sets themselves up for progress.” There always seems to be a tension between organization and creativity. As if having one makes it...

    “The topic of strengths is a building block that should be revisited often, because your top and bottom line can benefit if everyone is firing on all cylinders.” Do you know the strengths of your team? More importantly: are you utilizing the strengths of...

    Today marks the official release of my first book, Culture Reconstructed! And it’s safe to say… writing a book isn’t easy.  The process of combining my business principles and passion for culture into one book was a daunting task to say the least. Every...

    “Some of the best moments in my career happened when I was communicated to clearly, even when the information wasn’t the best to receive. When employers and employees clarify expectations and cut through ambiguity, the organization has a better...

    We are responsible for the people we come into contact with on a daily basis. This statement might not come as a surprise at first glance. But what if I told you this applies not only to your family and friends, but also to the person you pass by at the...