When organizations think about workforce costs, they often focus on salaries, benefits, and operational expenses. But what about the costs that aren’t as visible? Disengagement, high turnover, and lost productivity are some of the most expensive and overlooked drains on a company’s bottom line. Thes...
Burnout doesn’t happen overnight, and neither does recovery. It’s a journey. One that requires the right tools, guidance, and community support. That’s why I created the Burnout Community Hub (clickable link). It's multi-media resource center designed to help you navigate the crucial stages of burno...
A team of five set out on a hike, ready to conquer new terrain and prove their resilience. The path ahead looked promising, but the map they had was outdated. The leader, confident in their experience, pushed forward without adjusting to the new landscape. Soon, the group faced blocked trails, unfam...
Finding something "just for you" was difficult for me during my burnout recovery. As I explored who I am without obligations (work/parenting) and distractions...I found as an adult I had lost my identity.
I enjoy the outdoors but live in the Midwest, stuck inside half of the year. So, I found learn...
Being busy is normal. It happens when there are big projects, deadlines, or times of change and growth. But when “busy” becomes the default mode, it shifts from productive to destructive. Draining energy, diminishing decision-making quality, and leaving teams stuck in a cycle of reactivity instead o...
Motivation is often seen as something we have to push for external rewards, incentives, or sheer willpower. But what if the key to a highly engaged and energized workforce isn’t about pushing at all? Instead, it’s about tapping into the natural internal motivators that drive each person. When people...
The way we structure our workdays has a profound impact on our energy, productivity, and well-being. Too often, professionals find themselves trapped in response mode. Reacting to emails, back-to-back meetings, and unexpected requests, leading to exhaustion and burnout. This reactive cycle hijacks f...
Change is inevitable in any organization, but leading it effectively requires the right tools and strategies. To move beyond resistance and create lasting impact, leaders must leverage structured approaches that align with human behavior. Below are five essential tools to drive meaningful change, ea...
Change in the workplace isn’t new. The speed and complexity of change today require organizations to be more agile than ever. One of the most powerful, yet often underutilized, resources in navigating change is the diversity of generations within a workforce. Each generation brings a unique skill se...
Accountability is the backbone of a high-performing business. Yet, in many small businesses, things slip through the cracks. Deadlines get missed, responsibilities become unclear, and leaders find themselves micromanaging...or worse, constantly putting out fires.
When there’s a lack of accountabili...
To truly transform meetings, here are some strategies to enhance value. This shifts from just doing activities to a refocus on outcomes. If an outcome cannot be identified...don't have the meeting. Poof! Time appears to do more value-add functions.
Start with the Purpose: Begin every meeting by rei...
The idea of Unlimited PTO often sparks debate. Some see it as the ultimate workplace benefit, while others assume it’s a recipe for lost productivity and chaos. But is that really the case? Or is it time we rethink the way we approach time off, trust, and workplace performance?
