Do the members of your organization’s board of directors feel engaged? Motivated? Energized? Connected to your mission? Do they participate? Attend your board meetings? Contribute? Ask questions? Do they hold themselves accountable for board actions? Do they understand their purpose? As you honestly assess and answer these questions (and others), the last question in the […]
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Now that’s an Open Door
I once had a colleague approach me and request some “CEO Time.” This individual didn’t report to me and we had very little regular interaction. When we did, it was often centered around our love of food and adventure when not related to work. As we sat down to talk, I immediately sensed the tension […]
Leadership and Management is like Riding a Bike
One common childhood memory is learning how to ride a bike. Usually, someone will demonstrate how to use the bike, and slowly, the child begins to use the bike and understand what actions need to ride. To ride on your own, it helps to put enough trust in yourself and the mechanism to ride successfully. […]
Engaging the Modern Employee
Much ink has been spilled over the “Great Resignation.” Many employees have resigned their positions for more meaningful work, increased flexibility, and stronger leadership. Employees are making more courageous choices in where they choose to work. Part of this trend is that Millennials and following generations are the majority of the workforce. These generations are […]
When a Resiliency Work Pause is Best for Your Chamber Team
A Resiliency Work Pause, or a post-challenge debriefing, is an intentional and timely experiential conversation. The work of a chamber professional can be rewarding, but unfortunately this industry is not without its challenging moments. Maybe you were scolded by an angry member, or the organization completed a nerve-wracking, emotionally draining annual event, or you endured […]
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