Nearly two years later, we now know that this is not just a blip on the radar. Working remotely is integral to professional life as we know it. While some of your team members may have slipped seamlessly into this world, many others have not. Now is a good time to check in on your team members and their physical space.
Read MoreThe Kolbe A™ Index is the only tool for assessing an individual's conative ability. However, face value interpretation of the results may lead to wrong conclusions that defeat the powerful learnings. To reap the benefits of the results, you need to understand the four Action Modes™ and the scale.
Read MoreThe quest to understand the people around you is as ancient as society itself. Early attempts at humorism resulted in the Four Temperaments Theory, which the Greek philosopher, Hippocrates, headlined. The theory has served as the basis of the works done by many researchers and psychologists in modern times.
Read MoreThe Entrepreneurial Operating System, EOS for short, is a set of practical tools and concepts used by over 100,000 companies around the globe to simplify, clarify and attain their vision. With Kolbe serving as the endorsed tool of EOS Worldwide, there is a natural overlap between these two worlds. EOS sets the vision, but Kolbe provides the baseline understanding of the individuals charged to establish that vision.
Read MoreLet’s look at a few common workplace “sayings” don’t always align with the instincts of ourselves or our teams.
Read MoreIn this blog, let’s answer if organizations can lean on assessments to learn and develop their teams. We will use bits and pieces from a testimonial I received from the Hamlin Building Center (one of my clients). I hope their insights and findings provide some clarity on if and how you should be using assessments.
Read MoreWhile our world has spent much time addressing physical health, I wanted to remind you as professionals and leaders that team health is important to consider consistently as well.
Read MoreAt the core, we believe instincts hold great influence over a team's effectiveness, it's employee's satisfaction, and the organization's overall retention of people. So, by specializing in coaching on instincts, we’re able to help individuals and teams acknowledge, understand, and utilize these instincts to increase their overall productivity.
Read MoreWhile understanding conation will not impact the outcome of these decisions, I truly believe that understanding instincts (both for parent and child) can help us as parents better create situations our kids can succeed in; especially with respect to the world we are living in. Specifically, I wanted to identify the 3 instinctual decisions you make (and can make) every single day, addressing how these decisions impact your children’s success.
Read MoreIn this blog I’m going to address how you can build positive rapport with both your vendors & clients, as well as your new hires. My hope is these insights allow your organization to thrive in the midst of our new world; no matter how long this pandemic lasts.
Read MoreThe impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has completely and immediately shifted the operations of organizations all over the world, and because of this, many leaders were forced to adapt very quickly; essentially over the weekend. This, coupled with other economic factors has placed companies in difficult situations, and unfortunately, the light at the end of the tunnel isn’t very clear (at least as I write this post).
Read MoreWhile there are disputes among data out there, one fact cannot be ignored - we are navigating through times of uncertainty. And while much of the content we consume may come across as negative, my hope is this blog provides you with a healthy dose of perspective, optimism and encouragement. Especially as your organizations navigate a new normal.
Read MoreWhile organizations continue to look for answers to help us all better navigate this new normal, many leaders are left to fend for themselves, dealing with the magnification of both positive and negative team dynamics. So, let’s dive into ways you can keep your team successful during the COVID-19 outbreak, and how to best plan for when quarantine is over.
Read MoreSimply put, two weeks ago many of us probably didn’t think about social distancing as something we’d ever have to practice, much less the significance of why we would practice it. But nonetheless, here we are, clinging to the things we know. We call those things instincts, and as I reflect on my work the last many years, I can’t help but dissect this pandemic in terms of what’s happening in the workforce.
Read MoreStrengths and instincts. We’ve all used the words. But do we really know what they mean? Or maybe more importantly, how we can use them? In this blog post I’m going to identify 3 specific things about these words, and their meanings, that will help you become a more well rounded leader.
Read MoreMany professionals take assessments but don’t have the motivation or understanding to implement their newfound knowledge. In this blog we’ll be looking at 4 key insights you should do / know after taking a personal assessment; specifically after taking the Kolbe A™ Index.
Read MoreOver the last few months my blogs have talked a lot about examining the individuals and teams within your organization, and scaling them accordingly. In this post we’re going to talk about what is looks like to actually lead through what’s uncovered in the results, and how to maintain your productivity as you impact change.
Read MoreAs a reader of this blog, most likely you have taken the Kolbe A™ Index. And, for many of you, your team members have taken the Kolbe A™ as well (and you have a deep understanding of your results). You joke around in meetings when you see someone’s Initiating Quick Start™ kick into action; and know not to interrupt that Initiating Follow Thru™ when their door is closed.
Read MoreEmployee burnout happens over and over in organizations big and small, and it’s an issue that can impact the effectiveness of your leadership. The issue is this: your people have overwhelmed employee syndrome, and we’re not addressing it enough.
Read MoreRegardless of your instinct, everyone needs productivity tools for a variety of reasons, including staying on track, managing various demands, working with virtual teams, and the list goes on and on. Because of this, there are hundreds (maybe thousands) of tools to help you; the unique instinctual you. This blog post is designed to highlight 10 of those tools; 5 you’ve heard of and 5 maybe you haven’t. Enjoy!
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