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I recently heard someone say that culture is what your top performers say about working at your organization.  While there is some truth to that, culture also encompasses what your low performers say about the organization.  Organizational performance is reliant on the collection of actions by all individuals. Culture is equally reliant.  At its essence, culture embodies how things are done, living the values, beliefs, and practices that guide collective action toward shared goals. In the race towards growth and performance, culture lives as a silent force shaping the destiny of ..read more

Communication is the cornerstone of effective leadership. However, often, in the lineup of CEO responsibilities, communication can become an afterthought. Making communication a priority will pay dividends in trust and performance by driving engagement and loyalty of both partners and employees.   A clear strategy provides the roadmap, and these five guiding principles inform an effective narrative: Clarity is Key Effective communication begins with clarity. CEOs must articulate their vision, goals, and strategies in a manner that everyone within the firm easily understands. Ambiguity bre ..read more

Whether rolling out cultural imperatives, engaging team members, or driving organizational change, strategic communication plays a pivotal role in achieving alignment. Before crafting a communications strategy, a crucial step often gets overlooked: the communications audit. In this blog post, we'll explore why a communications audit is not just important but, indeed, the most critical step in creating an effective communications strategy. Setting the Stage: What is a Communications Audit? First, let’s define what a communications audit entails. A communications audit is a systematic assessment ..read more

M&A can be messy, and the process can feel chaotic. For team members, integration can be fraught with uncertainties. From organizational restructuring to cultural differences, navigating these transitions requires careful planning and execution. In such times of change, creating alignment across the organization becomes paramount to mitigate risks and disruption. Minimizing Disruption One of the primary goals during M&A is to minimize disruption to operations. By building alignment, organizations can streamline processes, avoid duplication of efforts, and maintain continuity in service ..read more

As I sat down to pen a blog post in honor of International Women's Day, I reflected on my professional journey and the invaluable support I've received along the way. These mentors have shaped not only my career trajectory but also my leadership style and outlook on life. Here are some lessons I've learned along the way: Embracing change is essential for growth: Just before his retirement, Ken shared this valuable lesson with me: Always be prepared to reinvent yourself. The world is constantly evolving, and so should you. This advice has provided solace, reassuring me that embracing change is ..read more

Have you recently completed work on a strategic plan?  Whew, the hard work is done.  Or is it? The real challenge lies in executing your plan effectively. One of the key pillars in operationalizing your strategic plan is through a robust communications strategy. Effective communication ensures that leaders, partners, and team members clearly understand your vision, goals, and objectives, aligning everyone towards a common purpose. Here are three communications tactics to operationalize your strategic plan: Build a Powerful Narrative through Employee Advocacy Employees are not just th ..read more