Category: Communication
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Do You Understand Your Communication Frequency?
In today’s fast-paced world, effective communication is more crucial than ever, especially within teams. In Erwin McManus’s book Seven, he introduces a thought-provoking concept: the idea of “frequencies” in communication. I recently read it and found it both eye-opening and practical, so I wanted to share some takeaways that might benefit you and your team.…
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The Lost Art of Doing What’s Right
Over the last few months, I’ve been deeply involved in remodeling our new Express Employment office in Columbus, Indiana. This isn’t my first rodeo—I’ve been part of the build-out or expansion of seven spaces over the past 20 years. Normally, I enjoy the process of transforming a space into a fresh, exciting environment. I’ve always…
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7 Ways to Make a Difference as a Leader
If you lead people, you have tremendous influence and the opportunity to help others be successful. Too many leaders fail to invest in what it takes to truly make a difference. They lead for personal success and miss the joy of seeing someone else become something special. On a recent trip, I spent time reflecting…
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Bridging the Workplace Divide
There’s a notable shift, or perhaps a widening divide, that’s happening right now in the workplace. Employers are realizing that they can’t just hire anyone, even in a scarcity environment. They’re growing tired of disengaged employees, irregular attendance, and a general dissatisfaction with work. On the flip side of that, many employees are looking to…
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Paddling Together: The Importance of Cohesive Teams in Business
I have a good friend that competes in a sport called dragon boat racing. A dragon boat is a human-powered watercraft where two rows of ten all paddle in the same direction to propel the boat forward. The sport takes everyone being on the same page and in sync to win. It also takes endurance,…
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What It Takes To Be Successful
What do all great companies have in common? Sometimes they have good products or good services, but I have never heard of a successful company that sustained greatness without having good people. Good people are a product of good leadership and good leadership knows how to put those good people into the right seats where…