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lessons, questions, and stories to empower you
leadership
Where are You Taking Your Business?
If you’re frequently changing direction based on client demands, team emotions, or industry trends, then you’re not leading. In order for your team to trust…
Sharpened or Suppressed Talent
People naturally gravitate towards people who share their ambitions, goals, interests, and values. This is why you’ll see concentrated groups of talent in cities. Tech…
Create a Culture to Encourage Ambition
People want to be challenged and to contribute in meaningful ways. When was the last time you talked to your team member, 1:1, to discuss…
mindset
Excellence and Equality Aren’t Compatible
There are explicit and implicit practices discouraging achievers and strivers of excellence starting in childhood. If you wonder why there…
Operations
Does Your Meeting Have a CTA?
What if you were as intentional about the purpose of your meetings as your social content? It’s easy to get into a routine and…
What Message Do Your Gifts and Merch Send?
Brand relationships continue to evolve. Let’s challenge your marketing strategy for merch and partnerships. Merchandise Few people want to be a billboard for your…
Planning for Uncertainty
Life is full of surprises. As a founder, you’re responsible for leading your clients, employees, and vendors through unexpected events. This requires planning and…
newest templates
Team Weekly Memo
How do you set the direction for your team each week? The Team Weekly Memo works best as an internal newsletter published first thing Monday morning. Why?…
