What the Heck is EOS: A Complete Guide for Employees in Companies Running on EOS by Gino Wickman and Tom Bouwer is a practical guide written for employees to help them understand the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS). The book explains EOS in simple terms, showing how it helps organizations grow,
Trusting Your Inner Compass: A Leadership Skill for Decisive Action In both our personal and professional lives, the ability to trust our intuition , aka: “inner compass”, is invaluable. This skill is essential for leaders who often need to make quick, high-stakes decisions, even when they don’t have all the
In ‘Who Moved My Cheese?’ Spencer Johnson presents a parable that highlights how individuals react to change. Set in a maze, the story follows four characters—two mice and two little people—who search for cheese, a metaphor for happiness and success. Their journey through the maze illustrates the challenges of dealing
In “Soundtracks,” Jon Acuff tackles a challenge we’ve all faced at some point: overthinking. This book breaks down how the thoughts we play on repeat—our soundtracks—shape how we act, lead, and respond to challenges. Acuff doesn’t just highlight the problem of overthinking; he offers a clear, practical process to retire those negative
Building on our recent posts about Emotional Intelligence (EI) and its crucial role in leadership, I want to dive deeper into how you can practically apply these insights to enhance your leadership effectiveness. Here are some actionable strategies and reflections to support our ongoing efforts to develop and strengthen our
As summer winds down and fall begins to take shape, many leaders are emerging from a season of irregularity. Vacations, disrupted routines, and the natural ebb and flow of summer create a natural neglect and disruption of systems and processes. As we shift into fall, I find many leaders are
In today’s rapidly changing business environment, Emotional Intelligence (EI) is increasingly recognized as a critical component of effective leadership. As organizations prioritize creating dynamic, inclusive, and collaborative cultures, leaders must understand how to connect with and motivate their teams on a deeper level. This is where emotional intelligence comes in.
In the high-pressure world of leadership and executive management, cognitive biases, or “thinking traps,” can cloud judgment and lead to suboptimal decision-making. These mental shortcuts offer an easy way to make sense of complex situations but often result in errors in judgment and biased decisions. Understanding these traps helps leaders
Here are some 16 steps you can take to reignite your motivation and get back on track. As we talked about in the last post, Understanding Overwhelm to Overcome Productivity Slumps, overwhelm is natural and happens. Reignite your Motivation Take a Break: Sometimes, stepping away from whatever is overwhelming you
Feeling unmotivated or overwhelmed can be tough. It is something many people go through from time to time and happens due to numerous variables. When we are in a state of overwhelm or fighting motivation, it can be difficult to feel like doing anything. Waiting for it to pass is
