Teams. Teamwork. Collaboration. Working successfully as peers. These are important qualities – things worth investing in and improving. We may not always associate those words with the phrase “peer group,” but it is a valid description. And make no mistake, there can be problems with peer groups, regardless of the ages of the members. To build better

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Predictions are tricky things. People want to make them and read them, but that doesn’t mean they will be all that accurate. With a dose of humility, here are five of my predictions for work, the workplace, and leadership in 2024. I will share them and some actions you can consider as an organization, team,

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We’ve been creating our Remarkable TV series each week of more than 500 straight weeks. From the beginning, we have tried to create impactful videos – whether informative, inspirational, or both. We often review how different videos are doing to help us improve our content selection and more. Today, I am sharing a small part

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The impact of a leader as a role model has been a focal point of my leadership journey. Over the years, I’ve asked thousands of people about the traits of great leaders, and invariably, the idea of being a great role model surfaces. It’s a well-acknowledged truth, but it’s only part of the picture. The

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Gratitude. It seems like a personal thing. We know that when we feel grateful, we feel better. But the research says that gratitude is more than a good feeling. That gratitude has measurable benefits for just about every area of our lives. But it isn’t just a personal experience. When we are grateful, we are

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Until we start something, nothing will change. This is true for every aspect of our lives – personal life, career, business, and all types of relationships. All advances, great or small, require us to start. Yet, taking that first step can be hard or scary. And it always requires us to move past the safety

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It happened yesterday and it happens nearly every time I am training a group of leaders. Many will say they want to learn how to motivate their team members. I certainly understand the goal and purpose for the desire, but I think it is shortsighted and perhaps sub-optimal. I suggest a different approach – one

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Leadership is not just about guiding others; it’s a continuous journey of self-discovery and improvement. Today we’re exploring the concept of “Being the Leader You Want to Have,” a mantra that has significantly shaped my approach to leadership. Firstly, reflecting on past experiences with various leaders is essential. Every leader, good or bad, teaches us something.

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As leaders, we’re often caught up in strategies, plans, and metrics. But what if I told you that one of the most influential tools at your disposal isn’t a tool at all, but a belief? Yes, I’m talking about the belief you hold in your team. You might be familiar with the term “Pygmalion Effect,” which

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It seems that machine learning and “robots” of some sort have been around for a long time. About a year ago, the term “AI” seemed to change for many people with the introduction of one new thing: ChatGPT. Fast forward roughly one year and during OpenAI’s recent DevDay, they reported 100 million weekly users. Seemingly

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