Leadership development shouldn’t just focus on leaders
More than 30 years ago, Edwards Deming said, “A bad system will beat a good person every time.” He was emphasizing the heavy influence…
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Effectiveness is a discipline
“Effectiveness is a discipline, which means it can’t be taught, but it can be learned.” This paradox, and its potential applications, has captivated my…
ADVISA Named in Best Places to Work in Indiana again in 2026
We’re honored to showcase the benefits of a strong work culture by being named a best workplace again in 2026! “Companies on the right…
Understanding and interrupting the Quiet Quit
The Quiet Quit has hit a nerve with many of my peers. Suddenly, employees who have average annual reviews and are doing the job…
Being kind versus being nice
Recently, I watched an interview of Adam Grant, the organizational psychologist, bestselling author, and Wharton professor. It was interesting, as I presume most conversations…
ADVISA’s recommended booklist for 2023
Every year, the A-Team shares the books they read which made the most impact on them, either personally or professionally, including fiction and nonfiction.…
Here’s a tool to help take control of challenges
This time of year, I hear a lot of people talk about what “matters most.” This year, it’s “mattering” itself that makes the list.…
ADVISA Adds Three to Fast-Growing Team
ADVISA, a leader and culture effectiveness firm based in the Carmel Arts & Design District, announced today it has added three new team members…
Collective trauma: Healing the workplace
This past week I was listening to one of my favorite podcasts when the 1989 Exxon Valdez oil spill came up as a discussion…
Hello and welcome to the new ADVISA website
The new ADVISA website is here. It’s been redesigned to make it easier for our clients to find helpful resources, connect with our staff,…
The difference between employee engagement and loyalty
For this article, ADVISA’s Director of Marketing, Lauren Littlefield (LL), sat down with fellow A-Team member and Leadership + Organization Development Specialist, Krista Warn…
