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...
I can’t believe he said that…
I was recently on a trip with a delayed flight when the gate agent came on the loudspeaker and made an announcement that went against all the advice I'd ever give a leader or organization. I was shocked. I share it all in this quick tip video.
How to be more approachable
I believe one of the greatest superpowers a leader can possess is the ability to come across as exceedingly approachable. In this video, I'll share my best strategy for getting there.
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?
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.
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.
Was it really my fault?
What happens when we make a mistake? Most of us try to find something or someone else to blame before taking ownership; yet we expect others to take full ownership immediately when they slip up. The healthiest teams have a norm of admitting mistakes and apologizing to one another quickly. If your team isn’t there yet, it’s time to set the tone and lead by example.
Shaping Team Vibes: The Defining Factor
How would you describe the tone on your team? Optimistic? Energetic? Bored? Discouraged? The vibe of your team environment matters, and there is one thing that influences your team's vibe more than anything else. Find out what it is and how to leverage it in this quick video.
Meeting Makeover: 5 Ways to Optimize Your Team’s Time
We were desperate to create connection during the pandemic. So desperate that we started scheduling more meetings and inviting more people to them. Now we’re stuck with meeting norms that are wasting time and money. It’s time for a reset. Leverage these five strategies for an effective meeting makeover that will optimize your team’s time.
The Question You’re Not Asking: Unveiling Blind Spots
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.
You don’t want to be “that manager”
Nobody wants to be "that manager" — you know, the one employees grumble about. So instead, we work hard to be a well-liked manager and end up over-rotating into some unhealthy leadership behaviors. Watch this quick video to identify your own worries and how they might be impacting your management style.