In EOS Traction, the Weekly L10 Meeting is one of the best ways to get your Executive Teams aligned. While I use Scaling Up for all my coaching,
Using DISC Profiles to Build High-Performance Teams
DISC profiles are a tool used to assess an individual's behavior and communication style. They are based on the DISC model, which was developed by psychologist William Moulton
Social Capital and Double Opt-In Introductions
Social capital is gained slowly over time; therefore, we must be mindful of how we spend it. In my experience, one of the quickest ways to deplete social
These 3 Words Are Not Interchangeable.
Authority. Responsibility. Accountability. When it comes to Leadership, those three words are not interchangeable. They are fundamentally different, and our inability to recognize this creates miscommunications and frustration.
We are our daily practices.
How will the next 90 days be different from your last 90 days? Take a moment to stop and really feel into that. We’re often too damn busy
Price Tags on Everything; the Focus, Energy and Time Budget
Budgets are not unlimited, and neither is your time, your focus, or your energy. Yet most of us operate as if the latter's supply is limitless. This is true
Mastering the Scaling Up 7-Strata: A Comprehensive Guide for Ambitious Executives
Imagine effortlessly leading your organization towards unprecedented growth, with an impeccably structured roadmap. The Scaling Up 7-Strata model, when harnessed to its full potential, offers exactly that: a
Wheel of Needs. A mental well-being fitness scale
I start my day by stepping on the scale; 185 lbs and 24% body fat. Got it, thanks. Those numbers don't reflect my ideal self, so this morning's
What Jim Collins missed in Good to Great, but Steve Jobs knew.
It's been over 20 years since Jim Collins penned the instant classic, Good to Great. Since then, over four million copies have been sold. By any measure, the
What Kanye, Beyoncé and M&Ms can teach us about hiring aces
Please make those chicken legs heavily seasoned with cayenne pepper, keep the room at 78 degrees, and don't forget the rose-scented candles. Those are just a few of
What are the 5 dysfunctions of a team?
The "Five Dysfunctions of a Team" is a model developed by leadership expert Patrick Lencioni to describe the common pitfalls that can prevent a team from achieving its
This visual shows why companies get stuck on the growth curve
I'll save you the wait. The reason companies get stuck on the growth curve is straightforward; it's communication and trust. In the early start-up stages, communication is exceedingly simple and
The Obstacle in Your Way
Those familiar with author Ryan Holiday are likely familiar with his book title and concept of “The Obstacle is the Way.” In short, it’s derived from the Stoic traditions that
The Stop #TooBusy Challenge
"Too busy." How many times do I hear that each day? I'm guilty of uttering those words more regularly than I'd like to admit. It's a catchphrase that
How are you finding your blindspots?
Throughout my life I've been a "seeker" of sorts. As a child I would disassemble toys to find what made them tick. Science was always my favorite subject
Quarterly Job Scorecard
The best performing teams take the necessary time each quarter to review all team members. These reviews are based on performance, they are not the annual salary reviews,
Wizard of Cultural Creation
"The default job titles don't define us, we want to have fun with our titles," said my client Gina Calley, Herder of Cats and Wizard of Curation at
BHAG: $4 Billion in Carbon Offsets by 2027
First off, what's a BHAG?It refers to Jim Collin's book, Built to Last. Jim refers to companies having a BHAG, which is short for Big Hairy Audacious Goal. Personally,
The Promise of a Brand Promise
A brand promise is a statement that defines the unique value and benefits that a company's brand offers to its customers. It is a commitment that the company
How to write a high-quality EOS or Scaling Up Rock.
A high-quality Rock should be directly aligned with your organization's vision, mission, and strategic objectives, addressing a key priority or challenge facing your business and driving significant progress