The Blog
A collection of ideas and resources.
The Dangers of the New "Return to Office" Trend: Why It’s Not as Beneficial as It Seems
I’m troubled by the recent trend among major companies enforcing strict “return to office” (RTO) policies. Here’s why.
The Foundation of Great Leadership
My Boise State Broncos were struggling last year—until Coach Danielson stepped in. From that point on, the mood shifted and so did performance on the field. Fast forward to this season, and the Broncos continue to climb the ranks. What's the magic behind Coach D's leadership? I think it all comes down to this...
Elevate the Unassuming
This week's video is inspired by my daughter's reaction to her recent birthday gift. It got me thinking about the unassuming colleagues on our teams—the ones who quietly and selflessly contribute without seeking recognition. Join me as we address our tendency to inadvertently neglect these team members, and discuss how crucial it is to intentionally elevate them.
Shared Accountability: How Does Your Team Measure Up?
Recently, on a flight, I witnessed a flight attendant use a new approach that rallied all passengers together to accomplish a shared goal. As leaders, I believe we can learn from this approach and apply it to boost shared accountability within our teams.
When feedback isn’t working…
If you're tired of addressing the same frustration over and over again with your team, this quick video is a must-watch. Discover how a simple change in approach—focusing on the system rather than the individual—can lead to lasting improvements.
The 3 things your employees need from you
Many years ago in high school, I had a rough basketball season. Instead of continuing to improve over time, my skills and execution deteriorated. Why? Because I was missing the three things that every team member needs in order to perform at their best. Do your employees have these three things from you?
Unhappy in your job? Watch this.
It's no secret that we have seen a rise in attrition over the past few years. While I am a huge advocate of people finding work that brings a sense of purpose and joy to their lives, I think we have overcorrected into a norm of jumping ship too quickly. Here’s why, and what we can do about it.
Do we even need managers?
Sometimes, we feel stifled by management, believing we could do our work more easily without the hierarchy in the way. Do we even need formal leadership structure in place if we have smart, high-performing employees? Google experimented with this idea in 2002. Find out what happened.
The best way to build trust with your team
We all recognize the absolute importance of building trust on our teams, yet sometimes we're unsure of how to do it.
In this video, I draw on a recent parenting analogy to illustrate what I believe to be the most effective method for building trust with your employees.
Let’s redefine the standard
This Two-Minute Tip stems from something I have really struggled with for years, so today's message has extra personal meaning for me.
I would absolutely love to see us reimagine the status quo in our workplaces around this challenge.
Please watch and, if you're a people leader, TAKE ACTION to challenge convention in your organization.
Missing the mark
Ever feel like you're trying your best to show genuine care and appreciation for your employees, but it's just not hitting the mark? Join me in this video as we explore this common challenge through a relatable story and consider ways to level up your leadership game through recognition that truly resonates with your team.
Are you delegating this?
When we talk about improving delegation skills, we almost always focus on task delegation. While this focus is undoubtedly important, it's not the only thing we can (and should) delegate as leaders. In this quick tip, we’ll address two other critical areas of delegation that are often neglected.