The Blog
A collection of ideas and resources.
A 10-minute team-building activity
You know your team would benefit from more frequent team-building, but you don't know what to do or how to do it (and you certainly don't have time to research or design a bunch of activities!). Don't worry, I've got you covered. Watch this video to learn how to incorporate quick team-building activities into your regular team meetings without any pre-planning required.
The Key to Motivating Your Team
Why is it that some employees are super motivated, while others seem quite the opposite? This can be one of the most frustrating things to navigate as a leader! Watch this video to learn how to overcome this challenge and spark motivation in every team member.
A free worksheet to guide your team through year-end reflection
Research tells us that, when we intentionally pause to reflect and learn from past experience, we feel more confident and competent moving forward. I want you and your team to feel more confident and competent going into 2024, so I’m sharing a tool to help.
Are 1:1s really necessary?
So many managers feel unsure about 1:1s. With an already packed schedule, they’re hesitant to add more meetings to their calendar, and wonder if 1:1s are truly necessary when they already talk to their employees every day. I’ll tackle these two hesitancies in this week’s quick tip video. BONUS: download your free 1:1 cheat sheet!
Diagnose Your Boss's Communication Style
Part II in our series on managing up will help you diagnose your boss’s communication style. Knowing your manager’s preferences and adapting to their style is one of the best ways to strengthen communication and rapport. BONUS: Download a cheat sheet of practical tips for adapting to your boss’s communication style!
Own the 1:1
How do you manage up? Managing up is all about building trust, rapport, and communication with your boss. One of the best places to do this is in your regular 1:1 meetings. Watch this Two-Minute Tip for a step-by-step plan to take your 1:1s to the next level. BONUS: download my sample 1:1 project tracker template to put the practice into action right away!
Using the Languages of Appreciation
A free assessment and cheatsheet for showing appreciation to others in a way that actually resonates.
Year-End Freebies
A few free resources to help your team reconnect and reflect before the year ends.
Avoiding Empty Recognition
Using languages of appreciation is easier than ever with our free guide and team assessment.
The Georgia Bulldogs' X Factor
Trading some on-the-field practice time for personal sharing made a huge difference for the Georgia Bulldogs - and it can for you too.
This Small Shift Makes a Big Difference
When it comes to effective goal-setting, you know employees need to be involved in the process. We make it easy for you with these simple steps.
Help your team slow down & connect
Don’t let the holiday season slip by too quickly. Download our PDF guide for easy ways to spark team connection.