“How we do anything is how we do everything…” Behavioral research shows that behavior is predictable upwards of 90% of the time. Meaning, that without a lot of thought and consideration, we usually do what we have always done. Let’s see if how we shop is consistent...
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[DISC Wizard Q&A] How to keep everyone happy during the holidays
Dear DISC Wizard, The holidays are coming up and as you know, that means time spent with family who we may not have a lot in common with. I find myself getting anxious just thinking about how to keep everyone busy and happy. ~ Sharon B. Dear Sharon, It was Ram Dass...
How to actually survive the holidays…
This time of year, everyone encourages us to be thankful for the good in our lives. Holidays, by their very definition, should be a time of reflection and gratitude. So how is it that this time of year sometimes becomes the most stressful of all? Relatives to go...
[DISC Wizard Q&A] What to do when a direct report doesn’t trust you
Recently, I had a very tense conversation with a direct report of mine. He seemed very shut down, defiant almost. I decided to ask him straight out if he trusted me and what I was saying. Though he seemed a bit taken back by my question, he answered...
[Case Study] How one command & control leader… learned to “let go” without losing control
Due to the personal nature of this case study, the company and names have been removed. The SITUATION: The owners of a Stage 4 manufacturing company were facing mounting complexity. Not unusual for a growing family-owned, second generation company. What...
[Self-Assessment] 12 Questions to determine how well you delegate…
If you are a Leader, CEO or Business Owner, complete this 12-question Delegation Self Assessment. The point of this assessment isn’t to pick the “right” answer but the one that is most true for you. That you know the right answer is of very little value. After all,...
The Out-of-Touch CEO – Part 2
The Hammond Company, a service-based business, found itself struggling to maintain the momentum they had early on. The issues included: -> A CEO used to maintaining control, suddenly overwhelmed by having to maintain control of a growing enterprise. -> A...
[Note from Nancy] Questions for business owners to ask themselves
In one of my previous articles, we took a look at a common challenge among growing companies where the Command & Control leadership style of the CEO or owner becomes more of a liability than an asset. I heard from a few of my clients asking if the article was...
[Q&A] What to do with a supervisor who isn’t getting it?
Dear DISC Wizard, Thank you for leading our team retreat last month. I have found your training helpful in both my personal and professional life. I have been trying to live by your example of attempting to see things from others perspective and to understand why...
Navigating The Growth Curve: Building A Profit-Driven, People-Centered, Growth-Smart Company
If like most business owners, you have read dozens of business and leadership books over the years, but have struggled how to implement or integrate all of these different philosophies, The Growth Curve may be the answer. The Growth Curve Model provides the clearest...
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