June 2025 - LeadOne Consulting

The Captain of Culture

When it comes to building a winning team—whether in business, sports, or life—one question always rises to the surface: Who’s responsible for culture? The answer is simple. If you’re a CEO, a business owner, an executive leading a team, a department head—or frankly, anyone responsible for the performance of a group—you are the Captain of the Culture. Let’s talk about what that actually means. Culture isn’t something you can hold in your hand, but you feel it. It’s the tone of your workplace. It’s the vibe in the room. And as a leader, you’re setting it, whether you realize it or not. What values are you modeling? What kind of atmosphere are you creating? Do people walk into work energized and supported, or are they [...]

By Bob Fashano|2025-07-15T14:00:59+00:00June 27th, 2025|Development, Leadership|0 Comments

PURPOSE—Start and End with It

Most leaders display their company’s mission statement, sometimes even publicly. I firmly believe every business should have a clearly defined mission: its purpose. That statement should reflect why the business exists and who it serves—employees, customers, clients, and beyond. But what about you? Do you have a personal purpose statement? What is your why? Each day we wake up with the privilege and opportunity to impact someone’s life. In my view, our purpose should always be rooted in serving others. As leaders, devoting our lives to a strong purpose brings deep fulfillment. There’s no greater calling than knowing you’ve made a difference in someone else’s life. Purpose is more than a goal—it’s a cause. It pulls us forward. One quote that has [...]

By Bob Fashano|2025-07-15T14:00:16+00:00June 20th, 2025|Connecting, Development|0 Comments

A few nuggets to chew on

Here’s something a little different today. I want to share some ideas and concepts that have helped me throughout my leadership journey. My hope is that you’ll find value in them and maybe even apply one or two in your own life. Being kind is more important than being right. Money doesn’t buy character. Under everyone’s hard shell is someone who wants to be appreciated and valued. Ignoring the facts doesn’t change the facts. Everyone you meet deserves to be greeted with a smile. When you harbor bitterness, happiness will dock elsewhere. Surround yourself with lifters—they’ll make you better. There’s no right way to do a wrong thing. Integrity matters. In leadership, what you end up with is a combination [...]

By Bob Fashano|2025-07-15T13:59:21+00:00June 12th, 2025|Leadership|0 Comments

Be a BE Leader—because leadership is how you show up.

As leaders, we are always being observed. You’ve likely heard the saying, “Your actions speak so loudly, I can’t hear a word you’re saying.” That’s leadership in a nutshell. We are constantly in *“Be” mode. Our teams experience us this way: He’s being rude and short again. She’s being distant again. He’s being difficult again. She’s being disinterested again. You get the idea—people experience us not just by what we do but by how we show up. We are always being something—positive or negative. The choice is ours. Here are my top five Positive “B’s”: Always BE Present: Fully show up—make others feel seen, heard, and valued. Always BE Consistent: Be predictable in your values and behavior. Trust grows here. Always BE Listening: With your ears, eyes, [...]

By Bob Fashano|2025-07-15T13:58:27+00:00June 5th, 2025|Coaching, Leadership|0 Comments

Monthly Archives: June 2025

The Captain of Culture

PURPOSE—Start and End with It

A few nuggets to chew on

Be a BE Leader—because leadership is how you show up.