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Make Your Year-End Count: 6 Team Activities That Actually Work

Stop Looking for Unicorns: Why Your Hiring Problem Isn’t a ‘Where’ Problem

March 4, 2025

Have you ever found yourself saying, “I just can’t find good people” or “There must be a job board I haven’t tried yet”? You’re not alone. After 20 years in…

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The Strategic Blind Spot: Why Hiring Is Not Recruitment (And Why It Matters)

February 28, 2025

Have you ever found yourself saying “We just can’t find good people” or “I don’t think we can attract quality candidates with our budget”? If so, you’re not alone. But…

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Transform Your Culture USING Values-Based Communication in 2025

February 18, 2025

Is your approach to company values secretly undermining your team’s performance? After 14 years of helping business owners build high-performing teams, I’ve noticed a pattern: Many leaders struggle to translate…

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Make Your Year-End Count: 6 Team Activities That Actually Work

The Recognition Gap: Why Money Isn’t Enough to Build High-Performing Teams

February 11, 2025

Have you ever given a team member a pay rise or bonus, confident that you’ve shown them how much you value their contribution, only to have them leave a few…

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AI in Hiring and Leadership: What Actually Works for Small Business Owners in 2025

February 4, 2025

As a hiring and leadership expert, I’m pulling back the curtain on how I use AI in my consulting practice. Let’s cut through the hype and focus on what actually…

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The Hidden Cost of Rushing Your Team Documentation: Why Strategy Must Come First

January 27, 2025

When business owners come to me worried about their team documentation, their first question is usually about compliance. “Am I legally covered?” they ask. “What do I need to have…

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