People who don’t like facing bad news or problems have, for a long time, been compared to an ostrich that buries its head in the ground. (Fun Fact: This is a myth! Ostriches dig holes for their eggs and either run away or drop to the ground when they sense danger.) But even if it’s…
Many leaders unknowingly seek what the Cowardly Lion did in the Wizard of Oz: Courage. Courage. It sounds like such a simple thing—a kindergartner thing. After all, we learn that kind of stuff as a kid, don’t we? To stand up for what is right, to protect the weak and innocent—it’s what heroes are made…
When creating your strategic plan, it’s important to include goals that you can work towards. In a lot of ways, goals are like turning points in your business. When a goal is met, it means you’ve reached a new height in your business, which sometimes requires important decisions and actions to be taken to grow…
Over the last few blog posts we have discussed what makes an organization attractive to future team members. We’ve reminded you of the importance of your organizational traits and how those distinct characteristics can appeal to the job seeker whose values align with your own. We’ve pointed out ways to be aware of, build, and…
Gone are the days of “jobs that just pay the bills.” Aren’t all jobs there to pay the bills? Yes, technically, that is their most important function, but nowadays they mean so much more than just a paycheck. They are careers. They give our lives purpose. They are about pursuing a passion. For many, they…
