Leadership Lessons from an Unassuming War Vet
Glenn retired from the U.S. Air Force as a senior master sergeant. When I was a kid, Glenn was my buddy. He taught me…
Resources
3 Ways to Conquer Fear of Change
When you hear statements about change, what feelings do they inspire? If you are like most humans, they inspire a bit of fear –…
Avoiding a “Base Camp” Culture
I had to know… What the heck is Base Camp? When I asked he laughed and said, “Joel, no one dies at Base Camp.”…
How leading by microwave can burn you
Featured in the Indianapolis Business Journal People like me are the reason microwaves were invented. Faster feels thrilling, even when the outcome is mediocre.…
Do your systems support the behaviors and actions you need to happen?
Systems help people, big and small Back when I was a public school teacher, I saw a prominent trend. I spent the first part…
Helped, Hugged, or Heard? A Unique Communication Tool for the Workplace
We’ve all been there, and it can be frustrating for both parties involved. When talking with our President, Brian James (who’s known for his…
ATLAS on “me” time
As a child I remember pretending to be an official explorer, the very first person to navigate the trails and paths of dirt and…
Calendaring for joy
CALENDARING: the process of entering into a calendar; scheduling Labor Day marks the beginning of Strategy Season which means a flurry of Outlook Invites…
What every CEO should know about culture
What is the most important thing CEOs should know about the type of work you do at ADVISA? Culture can be a distinct competitive…
Receive and Process: A Simple Solution to a Common Problem
It’s not about reinventing workflows or overhauling your organization. Instead, it’s about harnessing the full potential of a practice we often find ourselves doing…
There Are No “Great” First-Time Managers
That’s when things change. Their engagement starts slipping, their quality of work takes a nosedive, and in some cases a direct report or two…
3 Ways Leaders Can Support Employee Wellness
A growing focus on wellness in the workplace In recent years, there has been rising awareness and rhetoric around wellness in the workplace, especially…