With businesses across a variety of sectors either planning or executing layoffs amid fears of a 2023 economic contraction, it is understandable that business leaders and their teams are anxious right now. After all, inflation is impacting everyone’s bottom lines and budgets, both individuals and businesses alike and some of the biggest companies in the world are experiencing big layoffs. As we move into 2023, it will be more important than ever that your business is planning and executing...

With more and more workers choosing to work remotely, it can be a challenge for managers to oversee teams that are not just spread across different cities and states, but often, different countries. With this in mind, here are my 5 expert tips to help you manage your virtual teams heading into 2023.If the pandemic proved anything to us it is that when set up and managed well, remote work can be just as productive as in-office work while saving your business in traditional office expenses and...

EVENT: VISTAGE CEO Summit MiamiThe Science of LeadershipFeaturing Guest Speaker Rachel LlanesThursday September 29, 20228:30am – 11:30amSun Trust International CenterOne SE Third Ave, 10th Floor Conference room, Miami, FL 33131Sponsored by VISTAGE – The World’s Leading Chief Executive Organization Since 1957.Co-Hosts: Maribel Olvera & Georganne GoldblumPlease RSVP no later than Friday, September 23rd. Why is it that people’s intrinsic motivation — the...

EVENT: VISTAGE CEO Forum Boca RatonThe Science of LeadershipFeaturing Guest Speaker Rachel LlanesWednesday September 28, 20227:30am – 10:30amRoyal Palm Yacht & Country Club2425 West Maya Palm Dr., Boca Raton, FL 33432Sponsored by VISTAGE – The World’s Leading Chief Executive Organization Since 1957.Co-Host: Georganne GoldblumPlease RSVP no later than Friday, September 23rd. Why is it that people’s intrinsic motivation — the vitality, spontaniety,...

A solid team is built on trust and mutual respect. How do you, as a leader, lay the foundation? Here are seven of my favorite ways to build up and matain trust in your team.1. Be Vulnerable without FearA large part of being a leader is setting an example. To build trust in a team, you have to prove yourself trustworthy. Acknowledging your own weaknesses is already part of building a strong team. You want to hire people whose strengths compensate for your shortcomings.To be vulnerable without...

Retaining Top TalentThe world is entering a talent migration bigger than anything we’ve seen before. It’s called the Great Reshuffle, an unprecedented moment in the history of work where collectively we are rethinking not just how we work, but where we work and, maybe even more importantly, what we want from work. In the end, more people will be doing work they love at companies they feel aligned with, leading to greater success for organizations that invest in their employees...

You may already know that coaching for executives is at the core of what we do, but what is executive coaching, exactly? In the simplest terms, it’s a proven method of helping executives reach their potential. However, the simplest answer isn’t always the best. Read on to find out what executive coaching is all about.Who Needs Executive Coaching?No matter how successful the business or individual executive, bad habits can hold you back. It’s important to be honest with yourself about your...

Positivity as a leadership skill is not easily learned, even through experience. If you can make it a daily practice for yourself and your team, you’ll see how it can grow your organization exponentially over time.  So what makes a positive leader? In short, positive leadership entails building a company or leading a project with a seamless flow of communication, openness to feedback, and clear direction. In the age of the Great Resignation and as post-pandemic sees workers...

Collaboration and teamwork are important facets of a healthy workplace. A great deal of time and effort is spent on team building exercises at many companies, because the benefits are obvious. However, developing healthy internal competition is another way to bring out the best in your workforce.What is Healthy Internal Competition?In order to let healthy internal competition work for you, some consideration is required. It’s critical to know the difference between healthy and unhealthy...

The Great Resignation of 2021 continues into 2022. Furthermore, it shows little sign of stopping any time soon. While not every company is impacted directly by this phenomenon, a heightened awareness of its potential impacts is always advisable. After all, the slow process of the Great Resignation didn’t happen overnight, and it can take the unwary by surprise. That’s why now is the time for clear messaging and strong leadership.Why Is the Great Resignation Happening?Many factors play a role...