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...

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.

Today’s post is deeply personal for me. Join me in reflecting on what it means to create a leadership legacy.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Even though servant leaders are passionately committed to caring for their teams, sometimes I see their ability to serve well fall short when they forget to consistently practice one of the most important, basic leadership functions. Find out what it is and make sure you're not neglecting this practice.

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.

In this video, I'm challenging you to ask a specific question in your upcoming one-on-ones to help uncover potential blind spots and gather the insights you need to better serve your team.

Stress can be an insidious force that blinds us to the struggles and experiences of those around us. I personally experienced this recently, causing me to miss important cues from those I love most. May we become leaders who thoughtfully look beyond ourselves to show genuine curiosity and concern for the people in our care.

How would your employees describe their relationship with you? And how does this relational dynamic influence their motivation at work? This video draws on insights from my daughter's recent soccer tournament to explore a critical strategy for creating strong employee relationships that will directly boost performance and effort.