Leadership Is Always on Stage
Leadership Is Always on Stage Every morning when a leader walks into the workplace, something important happens—whether they realize it or not. People watch. They watch how the leader greets people. They notice…
Culture Resources
Organizational culture isn’t always easy to define but we know a strong work environment when we see and experience it. There is probably no greater leadership responsibility than creating an environment where people not only feel safe and respected but want to thrive and push the boundaries of their potential. Moreover, the best cultures always put the welfare of the organization over the needs of any one individual.
Blog Posts
From a Culture of Courage to a Nation of Fear
Our Past: A Culture of Courage I did not grow up in a culture of fear. In fact, I would argue that the America I grew up in was defined by courage. My…
Build Your Org Structure Around Your Strengths, Not Textbook Recommendations
Build The Organizational Structure That Fits Your Strengths “There is no one perfect org chart—only the one that helps you win.” This blog was triggered by a Vistage group meeting today. We were…
How to Build a High-Performance Small Business
High performance is achievable You don’t need jargon to run a tighter, faster shop. You need a simple way to set priorities, make decisions quickly, and keep work moving without drama. I think…
Generational Roundtable: Leadership, Loyalty & the New Workplace Contract
Each generation has its own definition of what it means to be a professional, a leader, and a committed team member. And sometimes, those definitions collide. Boomers may see structure; Gen Z sees…
Organizational Alignment: A Blueprint for Success
Achieving organizational alignment is more than just getting everyone on the same page—it’s about creating a culture where strategy, structure, and people work seamlessly toward common goals.
How HR Drives Culture and Business Success
When HR aligns with company values and culture, it creates a positive environment where employees feel valued, and the business can thrive. By fostering a strong culture through thoughtful HR practices, your organization…
Building a Culture of Accountability: The Cornerstone of Organizational Success
In any high-performing organization, accountability is not just a buzzword—it’s the foundation upon which success is built. Accountability ensures that every team member understands their responsibilities, takes ownership of their work, and fully…
Prioritizing Competence Over Loyalty for Business Success
Loyalty matters, but it isn't the most important factor when running a business. In countless discussions, from team meetings to one-on-one chats, a recurring topic often emerges: the mismatch between an employee's tenure…
Unlocking Success Through Financial Transparency: A Guide for Business Leaders
The journey toward financial transparency is a transformative process that can redefine the way you do business. By fostering a culture of openness, you enhance your operational efficiency and stakeholder trust and position…
Recommended Reading
Language and the Pursuit of Leadership Excellence
Language and the Pursuit of Leadership Excellence How Extraordinary Leaders Build Relationships, Shape Culture and Drive Breakthrough Results(2nd Edition) Leadership Isn’t Just About Action—It’s About the Words That Shape It We’ve all seen…
Layered Leadership
Armstrong walks you through the layered approach, showing how great leaders don't just build businesses; they build other leaders. The book breaks down how to intentionally create layers of leadership that align with…
A Sense of Urgency
Urgency isn’t running hot; it’s running clear. It’s fewer, better fights—and faster finishes. Build it, protect it, and your business becomes the kind of place where people do their best work and customers…
Execution: The Discipline of Getting Things Done
In a world full of slide decks and “big ideas,” the winners are the teams that ship. Bossidy and Charan cut through the noise and show you how to build a culture where…
The Truth About Employee Engagement
Patrick Lencioni’s The Truth About Employee Engagement (originally The Three Signs of a Miserable Job) explains—through a short leadership fable—why good people disengage and what any manager can do about it. It’s memorable,…
The Breakthrough Company
Most companies don’t stall for lack of effort—they stall because the systems that got them here can’t carry them there. The Breakthrough Company lays out how solid, real-world firms push past the plateau:…
BE (Beyond Entrepreneurship) 2.0
If you want your company to outlast your own leadership, start with BE 2.0 by Jim Collins. Use it to realign your team around enduring values, strengthen your culture, and prepare your organization…
Great Teams: 16 Things High Performing Organizations Do Differently
Please click on the link for the Great Teams – 16 Things High-Performing Organizations Do Differently Book Summary What makes a team great? Not just good and not just functional—but great? Over six…
The Four Obsessions of An Extraordinary Executive
Please click on this link for The Four Obsessions of an Extraordinary Executive Book Summary. As CEO, most everything that Rich O’Connor did had something to do with at least one of the…
Peak Performance: Aligning The Hearts and Minds Of Your Employees
Drawing on an in-depth study of carefully selected enterprises, Jon Katzenbach found distinct patterns in how companies engage their employees to capitalize on emotional energy and consistently achieve higher levels of performance than…
Getting Employees To Fall In Love With Your Company
Please click on this link for the Getting Employees to Fall in Love with Your Company Book Summary In an unstable, lean-and-mean work world, how can companies ensure employee motivation and enthusiasm without…
Principles: Life and Work
Please click on this link for the Principles Book Summary. Ray Dalio, one of the world’s most successful investors and entrepreneurs, shares the unconventional principles that he’s developed, refined, and used over the…
Reading Excerpts
Layered Leadership by Lawrence R. Armstrong
Layered Leadership by Lawrence R. Armstrong Book Excerpts INTRODUCTION Leadership, whether of a startup; Small, mid-sized, or large firm; team; church; or any organization, must work as a whole across the continuum…
Small Giants by Bo Burlingham
Introduction …they have chosen not to focus on revenue growth or geographical expansion, pursuing instead other goals they consider more important than getting as big as possible, as fast as possible. To make…
Learning Leadership by Kouzes and Posner
Introduction: “The shortage of (exemplary) leaders is a result of three primary factors: demographic shifts, insufficient training and experiences, and the prevailing mindsets that discourage people from learning to lead.” “Exemplary leaders strive…
Reading Summaries
Layered Leadership
Central Thesis Leadership is layered, not linear. Enduring organizations align several layers—self‑leadership, team development, clear strategy, disciplined execution, market focus, innovation, culture, and succession—so each layer reinforces the others. The leader’s ongoing task…
Peak Performance: Aligning The Hearts and Minds of Your Employees
Introduction In the pursuit of organizational excellence, aligning the hearts and minds of employees is crucial. Jon R. Katzenbach’s “Peak Performance: Aligning the Hearts and Minds of Your Employees” provides a comprehensive guide…
Keeping the People Who Keep You in Business
Effective leadership and management practices that prioritize employee satisfaction and engagement are critical for retaining top talent. By addressing the needs and concerns of employees, providing opportunities for growth, and fostering a positive…
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