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Example: ✅ “During Tuesday’s kickoff (S), you jumped in with a clear summary when things got off track (B), which refocused the team and saved us 20 minutes (I).” That’s not just a compliment—it’s a confidence builder. The best recognition doesn’t just make people feel good. It helps them repeat what worked.

Example: ✅ “During Tuesday’s kickoff (S), you jumped in with a clear summary when things got off track (B), which refocused the team and saved us 20 minutes (I).” That’s not just a compliment—it’s a confidence builder. The best recognition doesn’t just make people feel good. It helps them repeat what worked.

Elevate Your Praise with the SBI Formula for Impactful Feedback

If “Nice work!” is your go-to praise, it’s time for an upgrade. Vague compliments are the junk food of feedback—tasty in the moment, zero staying power. Try the SBI Formula instead: 📍 𝗦𝗶𝘁𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 – When/where it happened 🎯 𝗕𝗲𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗼𝗿 – What the person actually did 💥 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 – Why it mattered

15 Signs Your Company Culture Breeds Thriving Employees (and How to Find It!)

15 Signs Your Company Culture Breeds Thriving Employees (and How to Find It!)

15 Signs Your Company Culture Breeds Thriving Employees (and How to Find It!)

Is your work environment thriving? Look for frequent feedback, celebrated wins & work-life balance. Find your ideal culture! #CompanyCulture

The Respect Revolution: 6 Simple Habits for a Happier, More Productive Workplace

The Respect Revolution: 6 Simple Habits for a Happier, More Productive Workplace

The Respect Revolution: 6 Simple Habits for a Happier, More Productive Workplace

Is disrespect hurting your team? Learn 6 easy habits to boost respect & improve focus, satisfaction, & engagement! #Respect

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Lead with Courage: Cultivating Resilience, Feedback & Growth

Lead with Courage: Cultivating Resilience, Feedback & Growth

Lead with Courage: Cultivating Resilience, Feedback & Growth

Embracing Gratitude: A Powerful Tool for Stress Management and Wellbeing

Embracing Gratitude: A Powerful Tool for Stress Management and Wellbeing

Embracing Gratitude: A Powerful Tool for Stress Management and Wellbeing

We were scaling quickly—and the demand for talent outpaced our pipeline. We had ambitious goals, but not enough of the right people in the right seats. We had to rethink how we developed leaders from within and how we attracted strong candidates in a competitive market.

We were scaling quickly—and the demand for talent outpaced our pipeline. We had ambitious goals, but not enough of the right people in the right seats. We had to rethink how we developed leaders from within and how we attracted strong candidates in a competitive market.

Preparing for the 2025 Skills Gap: Long-Term Talent Strategies for Leadership

Start now. Start small. Start scared. 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙩𝙞𝙙𝙤

Start now. Start small. Start scared. 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙩𝙞𝙙𝙤

Action Precedes Confidence: Start Before You're Ready

AI can write code, analyze data, and even draft strategies. But it can’t build trust, navigate tension, or coach someone through change. The good news? These are trainable skills. 💡 Get feedback—honest, direct, no BS, aimed at your development 💡 Practice curiosity before judgment. 💡 Work with a coach. Join a peer circle. 💡 Step into situations that stretch your emotional & intellectual agility. 💡 Act—Action builds confidence. In this moment of disruption, human skills aren’t optional—they’re your edge.

AI can write code, analyze data, and even draft strategies. But it can’t build trust, navigate tension, or coach someone through change. The good news? These are trainable skills. 💡 Get feedback—honest, direct, no BS, aimed at your development 💡 Practice curiosity before judgment. 💡 Work with a coach. Join a peer circle. 💡 Step into situations that stretch your emotional & intellectual agility. 💡 Act—Action builds confidence. In this moment of disruption, human skills aren’t optional—they’re your edge.

Redefining Essential Human Skills in the Age of AI

Values First: Designing Cultures Where Purpose and People Thrive

Values First: Designing Cultures Where Purpose and People Thrive

Values First: Designing Cultures Where Purpose and People Thrive

Stronger Together: Building Teams That Communicate, Collaborate & Execute

Stronger Together: Building Teams That Communicate, Collaborate & Execute

Stronger Together: Building Teams That Communicate, Collaborate & Execute

Calm in the Chaos: 15+ Strategies to Respond to Tough News as a Leader

Calm in the Chaos: 15+ Strategies to Respond to Tough News as a Leader

Calm in the Chaos: 15+ Strategies to Respond to Tough News as a Leader

Curb the Turnover: How Clear & Consistent Expectations Build Trust and Resilience

Curb the Turnover: How Clear & Consistent Expectations Build Trust and Resilience

Curb the Turnover: How Clear & Consistent Expectations Build Trust and Resilience

It's Not You, It's Your Work Culture. Here's How to Fix It.

It's Not You, It's Your Work Culture. Here's How to Fix It.

It's Not You, It's Your Work Culture. Here's How to Fix It.

Is This Meeting Necessary? A Flowchart to Help You Decide and Slash Wasted Time

Is This Meeting Necessary? A Flowchart to Help You Decide and Slash Wasted Time

Is This Meeting Necessary? A Flowchart to Help You Decide and Slash Wasted Time

"Fully Present, Fully Satisfied": Ditch Multitasking & Embrace a Calmer, More Fulfilling Life

"Fully Present, Fully Satisfied": Ditch Multitasking & Embrace a Calmer, More Fulfilling Life

"Fully Present, Fully Satisfied": Ditch Multitasking & Embrace a Calmer, More Fulfilling Life

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