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Asking the right employee satisfaction survey questions improves employee engagement and retention rates. Here’s my list of 56 smart questions to use.

In my 2024 year in review, I share a memoir about the man I am becoming, for better or worse: the highs and los, ups and downs, peaks and valleys.

Discover more in-depth explanations to common questions about how wisdom is applied to leadership scenarios.

Explore the transformative power of hiring someone with a growth mindset vs. fixed mindset, and discover how resilience, learning and success come by embracing change.

Employee recognition boosts team morale and elevates overall commitment. Discover 70 heartfelt employee appreciation messages to show you care for your team.

Discover how to successfully lead 9 common work personalities: The Reformer, The Helper, The Achiever, The Individualist, The Investigator, The Loyalist, The Enthusiast, etc.

Unlock your professional potential with The Magic Wand System. Armed with the right questions and six simple steps, you’ll be on your way to career success.

From problem-solving to communication exercises, boost employee morale and create a strong, collaborative team with these 22 engaging team-building activities.

Looking to unleash your career potential? Unlock success with these eight key "managing up" examples to build trust, align goals and impress your manager.

Discover 5 examples of communication styles in the workplace. Learn to identify them and how to improve your communication for stronger work relationships.

Learn about what core values are, how to find yours and how to use them to be healthier, happier and more fulfilled in your personal and professional life.

Discover 7 ways you can maximize the impact your mission statement has in your organization. I promise these tips are all practical, effective and impactful!

Learn how to write a mission statement that motivates, drives growth and inspires. Bonus: a FREE template to help you write your compelling mission statement!

Discover these 18 effective employee retention strategies to reduce turnover rates, increase job satisfaction and boost team morale for long-term success.

Are you a boss or a leader? Discover the impact of your management style on your team and transform your leadership with my actionable insights.

Discover 5 character traits of great leaders that separate them from the pack. Some leadership qualities may surprise you! Plus, get a bonus ebook 100% FREE!

Words of wisdom for my two sons, Miles and Jude. I hope my words and advice serve you well on your journey to live life to the fullest extent possible!

Discover how to communicate effectively in any situation, guaranteed! Learn timeless principles to master the art of effective communication at work and beyond!

Discover the immense power of a great 360 review template and unlock the growth you've been looking for in yourself and your team. Bonus: access my 360 review template for FREE!

Learn essential tips on how to journal daily and experience the surprising power for yourself! Discover the gold mine of benefits unlocked by daily journaling.

New to remote work? These insightful and actionable remote work tips will maximize your productivity, from home office setup and task optimization to a daily unwind routine.

Discover the power of daily time blocking and join the movement of busy people getting more done in less time! BONUS: FREE daily time blocking sheet for 2024!

Boost productivity with these 19 time management strategies: figure out when you work best, follow a morning routine, automate tasks, schedule breaks, and more.

Cultivate a thriving, happy workplace as you discover powerful, real-world employee feedback examples that forward-thinking leaders use to motivate employees.

Effective employee recognition programs can boost productivity, morale and retention for years to come. Here are 24 ideas that you can try with your team.

Discover the art and science behind writing an authentic self-evaluation that reflects on past experiences and fuels future growth.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed at work, it’s time to remove stressors (delegate/delay/delete) or learn new stress management techniques like those in this guide.

Reviews should inspire and motivate your employees, not discourage them! Snag my customizable performance review template and spark growth in your team.

Discover my comprehensive year-in-review template where you’ll reflect on the highlights and lessons of the most recent year and set goals for the next.

In my 2023 year in review, I recount the peculiar tale of two halves. The first half was dark and moody; the second half was light and hopeful.

A mission statement is a short and simple description of an organization’s purpose. Learn the purpose of a mission statement and how to write one in 4 proven steps.

Discover the key differences between coaching and managing. Unlock 5 proven strategies to elevate your leadership and boost team performance.

Leadership thrives on integrity and crumbles with deceit. Do your actions match your words? Are you leading out of character or personality?

From poor communication to micromanagement, discover why people quit bosses, not their jobs and learn 8 guiding principles to help you become a leader worth following.

Think you know leadership? Think again! Discover the latest (and surprising) statistics on the current state of leadership in the workplace.

Discover the four leadership rhythms that characterize truly great leaders. Then ask yourself the question: are these rhythms part of my habits and routines?

An individual development plan (IDP) is a valuable tool for employers to help their employees achieve their professional goals. BONUS: Claim your free template!

Use these 10 tried-and-true tips to boost your team's performance and learn how to collaborate effectively, communicate clearly and grow together.

When you find yourself in the crucible of life, what will you do? Will you run and hide, or will you find the inner strength to endure and fight forward?

Discover 9 proven strategies that the most successful people in the world use to build resilience in their life. *Spoiler Alert*: they will work for you too! 💪

2022 was the most difficult year of my life. I was pruned and refined in exceedingly painful ways, but I end the year more hopeful and purposed than ever.

Imagine a good leader vs. a bad leader. What distinguishes the good one from the bad one? What are the striking differences? What kind of picture do you see?

What drives you? What is your personal mission? When you look back on your experiences, which ones took you to the precipice of deep inner joy and satisfaction?

Simplify and elevate your leadership and life journey. Read this blog to explore the transformative impact of striving for simplicity in all aspects of life.

Discover the #1 hassle-free way to install the Outline knowledge base and wiki on Ubuntu without the headaches and confusion! Check out this STEP-BY-STEP guide!

Everybody wants to be great, but the label of greatness must be earned. How do you know when you are on the path to greatness? What's required of you?

Learn how to exclude the home page from Google Analytics saved reports in this easy to follow tutorial. It only takes 3 steps for more accurate reporting!

In my 2021 year in review, I transitioned my role at work, onboarded new acquisitions, completed a year-long discipleship intensive, learned patience and more!

Become a student of the game and discover how to get better at golf from someone who went from a 6 handicap to +3.5 in 4 years. Spoiler: it'll work for you too!

Discover how to include custom post types in WordPress archive pages with this easy, step-by-step tutorial. Quickly filter archives to include custom post types!