Yearly Archives: 2024

Research has proven that most people with mentors stay. Mentoring has become a way to transfer critical skills and knowledge, inspiring loyalty, improved engagement, buy-in, and increased productivity. If the plan is to build a more inclusive organization, mentoring is a powerful approach. I see more mentoring in my consulting and coaching work; and I stress it wherever possible. Results are the proof. The more direct reports who are mentored, the more engaged they become, and the less likely they will think about leaving. The simple truth is mentoring can be done without specific training or much time. In many cases, leaders mentor naturally without even realizing it. When you engage in mentoring, try these practices: Walk your talk: model what is [...]

Recently, I was referred to a CEO by a CEO client of mine. My client has experienced significant business growth in the past two years and mentioned our work to his friend. We scheduled a "get acquainted "meeting at a coffee shop. Upon questioning him, he clearly stated he wanted to expand and get bigger. He has four retail locations in South Florida and wants 10 in the next three years. I know I shocked him to pause when I said I don't believe I'm his person. I pointed out that I don't work in the "bigger" space but in the better" space. I further pointed out that if we partnered, the focus would be on improving. Every aspect of [...]

I bet you could finish the line above; you likely have heard it or used it yourself. When things seem to be working smoothly, leave it alone. "If it ain't broke, don't fix it." That's right, save your energy for what isn't working. First of all, if you have a system or process that is not functioning as it should, you certainly need to give it your attention. I have a challenge for all today. I am challenging us not to fall into the trap of "If it ain't broke, don't fix it. "Here is what I have learned from not subscribing to that mindset. The system or process could be working fine at a particular time; however, there could [...]