Recognizing your obstacles, and choosing one to overcome, can be a turning point in your story of growth and resilience. Just as we harness physical energy sources to power our lives, you too can channel your inner strengths to illuminate your path to leadership.

Out of the many tools that help organizations to navigate times of growth, change or uncertainty, a governance review is one that has lasting value. Whether you’re a business trying to navigate a complex regulatory landscape or a not-for-profit aiming to streamline its decision-making for greater impact, a governance review provides a compass to guide you through the fog, ensuring you stay on course towards your goals.

Stress management has become an essential skill for executive leaders. Knowing how to manage your stress better will benefit not only your own well-being but your whole organization, because “stress flows downhill.” Managing your own stress is essential for your team and overall organizational success. In this blog post, we’ll explore practical strategies to help executive leaders navigate the challenges of stress and create a supportive work environment.

Efficient Growth and Change: Strategies for Executives to Scale Rapidly

Assessments are used as part of executive coaching to provide valuable insights into an individual's strengths, development areas, and overall leadership style. Some of these tools can also be used to produce team profiles from the individual assessments to help leadership teams develop mutual appreciation, trust and enhanced teamwork. Some of the most widely recognized include Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI), DiSC, StrengthFinder, 360 Feedback Reviews, and a range of Leadership Effectiveness Inventories. It's important to note that each assessment serves a specific purpose, and the selection of assessments may vary based on the coaching goals, organizational context, and individual preferences. Executive coaches often tailor the assessment approach to meet the unique needs of their clients.

When you’re reaching new levels of success for your company, it can be exhilarating and daunting at the same time. If you are looking for some helpful context and ideas on how to lead the next stage of change at your company, this letter is for you!

Most of us who have been adventurous in our careers know that as leaders, it's natural to feel like we're wearing a costume or mask at times. We may unconsciously decide to project a certain image or persona to fit the expectations of a new role.

But in the pursuit of confidence and success, leaders often find themselves wearing metaphorical masks that conceal their true selves. These masks serve as shields, providing a sense of security and bravado in the workplace. While they may initially offer a boost in confidence, these shields can ultimately hinder authentic leadership and meaningful connections with others.

Every executive team has unique needs, so think about what specific goals you want to achieve at this retreat. Executive retreats are valuable for several reasons and have the potential to transform an organization in significant ways. What kind of transformative impact does your team need most right now?

Executive coaching is proven methodology to empower your teams and nurture their growth, with many options for delivery. But how can CEOs and HR/People and Culture leaders know which approach provide the best value for your leaders? This article provides insights into your options for coaching packages to meet your organization's unique needs.

The topic of workplace culture can be overwhelming for executives and management consultants alike. In a fascinating discussion, Kate Fagan Taylor explains the importance of ‘culture with intention’- and how management consultants can help raise awareness of workplace culture with executives, so that it can be assessed and improved, or celebrated.

As a CEO, strategy development is a critical component of managing your organization, and for good reason. The stakes are high, and the world is constantly evolving, with new challenges and opportunities every day. You don’t need a strategy that sits in a folder- you need one that inspires, motivates and guides your people to achieve ambitious goals. Traditional strategic planning processes can be frustrating, time-consuming, feel disconnected from your everyday work and finances, and may not always align with the needs of your business. This blog post share some of the most important trends in strategic planning that you should know.

Leadership is an ever-evolving art, and executives today are expected to be able to architect exceptional company cultures.

Even if you can’t get it all done before the holidays, this is a time when “planning to plan” actually works!

How can leaders support “surviving” employees after layoffs?