Tim Stating the Obvious

Tired of Excuses? Take Back Your Leadership Now

20 Mar 2026

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In this episode,  Tired of Excuses? Take Back Your Leadership Now, Tim dives into timeless leadership principles—responsibility, authority, and acc...

Be Do Have Model: Transform Your Life

13 Mar 2026

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Are you caught in the endless daily grind? Chasing success on a hamster wheel constantly doing things that lead to burnout and misalignment? In this e...

Never Fire Anyone with Mark Morgenfruh

06 Mar 2026

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In this episode of , Never Fire Anyone with Mark Morgenfruh, The Essence of Great Leadership and Trust, I sit down with our Guest Mark Morgenfruh who ...

Fix Workplace Culture: Uncommon Sense with Mel Blackwell

04 Mar 2026

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In this episode of Tim Stating the Obvious, titled Fix Workplace Culture: Uncommon Sense with Mel Blackwell, We welcome Mel Blackwell, a seasoned work...

Can AI Help Create High Performance Teams

27 Feb 2026

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In this episode of Tim Stating the Obvious, titled Can AI Help Create High Performance Teams, host Tim Staton speaks with Dan Kasper, a former Navy SE...

Career Transition Anxiety: Fear to Anticipation

20 Feb 2026

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In this episode of Tim Stating The Obvious, Career Transition Anxiety: Fear to Anticipation, I break down the emotional hurdles in career transitions—...

Thrive Corporate: Success Guide Wise Mind

18 Feb 2026

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Thrive Corporate: Success Guide Wise Mind In this episode of Tim Stating the Obvious, host Tim Staton sits down with Edward Bjurstrom, author of The S...

Begin with We Kyle McDowell | How to Measure Outcomes

13 Feb 2026

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Kyle McDowell explains the Begin With We principles and how leaders can measure outcomes instead of busy work. In this episode, Tim Staton sits down w...

How to Fuel Your Brain for Optimal Performance

11 Feb 2026

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How do you fuel your brain—not your anxiety—for sustained mental energy, clarity, and confident decision-making?   In this episode, Tim Staton la...

Align Your Purpose with Your Profession Today

06 Feb 2026

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Align Your Purpose with Your Profession Today Are you dreading your work? Tim Staton introduces Florian Kemmerich, an impact investor, leadership ment...

Transform Disruption Into Success

04 Feb 2026

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Shifting Gears at the Crossroads: How to Prepare for Disruption and Navigate Life's Major Transitions Wondering how can companies prepare for disrupti...

Bonus: Navigating Career Transitions: Insights and Strategies

30 Jan 2026

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In this episode, the panel discusses the complexities of career transitions, particularly for military professionals. They explore the four Rs of care...

Why Most Police Applicants Fail

23 Jan 2026

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In Why Most Police Applicants Fail - A veteran tells his story of transitioning from military service to law enforcement—and the leadership lessons ...

Work-Life Balance Is a Myth? This CEO Explains Why

16 Jan 2026

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Work-Life Balance Is a Myth? This CEO Explains Why Aslak de Silva introduces his “Tetris-ing your life together” concept, challenging the traditio...

Make Tough Choices with Peace of Mind

09 Jan 2026

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In "Make Tough Choices with Peace of Mind | when to know when to retire," host Tim Staton navigates personal and career transitions, sharing his 23-ye...

It's a SIN to not SUCCEED | What 1990s Czech Republic Taught Me About Business

02 Jan 2026

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It's a sin not to SUCCEED | What 1990s Czech Republic Taught Me About Business: Pavel Danek on Leadership Lessons from "The Ordinary Founder". Discove...

what is intergenerational leadership | simplify communication

19 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How do you lead Boomers, Gen X, Millennials AND Gen Z in 2026 without losing your mind? Executive coach Amos Balongo reveals the dead-simple communica...

Get More Time: Your 2026 Blueprint for Life Value

12 Dec 2025

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How To Get More Time in 2026 | Your Blueprint to Stop Wasting Time, Get More Done in Less Time & Master the 1440-Minute Day (7-8-9 Rule Revealed) ...

Your Org’s Silent Threat: Are You Tracking Retirements?

05 Dec 2025

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Leadership Succession Planning Crisis: The Retirement Tsunami & How to Build Your Next Generation of Leaders Now | Jennifer Hawkins Is your organi...

Feeling Stuck? Build Your Future Self Now!

28 Nov 2025

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Feeling Stuck? Build Your Future Self Now! Book discussion based on Dr. Benjamin Hardy's Book Be Your Future Self Now: The Science of Intentional Tran...

Unlock Your Team’s Full Potential: A Leader’s Guide

21 Nov 2025

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Discover what is the pygmalion and golem effect and unlock the pygmalion effect in leadership to skyrocket team performance. In this episode of Tim St...

Why God Makes Us Wait: A Surprising Truth

14 Nov 2025

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In this raw episode of Tim Staton Stating the Obvious, discover why is anticipatory grief so powerful and how biblical hope leadership transforms crus...

Lead Like a King: Lionhearted Leadership Explained

07 Nov 2025

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What is lionhearted leadership for men? Discover masculine leadership that integrates the warrior archetype (courage, boldness, decisiveness) and the ...

What is Steward Leadership | Steward Leadership Style

17 Oct 2025

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Want to grow your small business while making a real impact? In Season 6 Episode 31: What is Steward Leadership | Stewardship leadership style we are ...

Stop Team Chaos: Get Clear Vision & Alignment Now

10 Oct 2025

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Tune in to Tim Stating the Obvious, Season 6 Episode 30, where Tim Staton reveals how the law of entropy applies to leadership, offering practical sol...

Neurodivergence in the Workplace | C Suite Executives

03 Oct 2025

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Imagine a neurodivergent workplace where everyone thrives, no matter how their brain works. In this episode, Tim Staton and coach Rita Ramakrishnan ex...

How many jobs will be lost to AI | technology disruptions Insights from Futurist Dr. Mark van Rijmenam

26 Sep 2025

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How will AI change your job — or even replace it? In this episode, Tim Staton sits down with futurist Dr. Mark van Rijmenam to explore the future of...

No Excuses: Be the Go-Getter You Were Meant To Be

19 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When we are young, our parents guide us through critical milestones: crawling, walking, speaking, playing with peers. But somewhere along the way, tea...

How to Design the Life You Want: A Practical Framework

12 Sep 2025

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In this episode of Tim Stating the Obvious, we dig into “How to Design the Life You Want: A Practical Framework.” Too often we ask ourselves “Wh...

Bending Time: Reclaim Your Health & Beat Burnout

05 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Burnout, Normalized Stress, and Reclaiming Balance with Michelle Niemeyer Burnout isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a growing epidemic in high-pressure...

Ride the Eustress Wave: Productivity Secrets from Film, Tech, and Happiness

29 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Leadership struggles? You’re not alone. Hear how Steven turned career setbacks into success. Steven drops this truth bomb: everyone’s got somethin...

Book Review: Antifragile - Things that Gain from Disorder

22 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What makes a leader truly strong? It isn’t about avoiding stress or building walls to stay “safe.” Real leadership grows through challenge, tens...

The Principle of ACTION! Stop Overthinking!

08 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to Tim Stating the Obvious, where we cut through the noise and get to what really works. In this episode, we're breaking down the “DO”...

Your Leadership Potential: The Truth About Charisma and Influence

18 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we tackle a critical leadership gap — the missing interpersonal skills no one teaches but everyone needs. We explore why great lead...

Credible Leadership: Gain Trust and Inspire Others

11 Jul 2025

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In this episode, we’re digging into the second pillar of the Army’s leadership model: KNOW. Now, this isn’t just military theory—it’s a prac...

Command Charisma: Authentic Connection Secrets

04 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we explore the idea that leadership isn’t about a title—it’s about how you show up, the influence you have, and the impact you ...

Book Review: The 7 Commitments of a Great Team

20 Jun 2025

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Leadership has evolved. It’s no longer about titles or hierarchy—it’s about trust, influence, and connection. That’s why The Seven Commitments...

BE Before You Lead: Why Character Comes First

13 Jun 2025

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What separates great leaders from average ones? It’s not strategy—it’s character. In this episode of Tim Stating the Obvious, we explore why sel...

Why you STINK and leading Young Folk!

06 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We are all entitled to great leadership—at home, at work, and in our communities. That’s not just a lofty idea—it’s a standard. But here’s t...

The Anxious Generation: What Every Leader Needs to Know

16 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Tim Stating the Obvious, we tackle one of the most urgent leadership issues of our time: the growing mental health crisis among tod...

The 6th Sense and How to Use it!

09 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You’re Not Lost—You’re Just Ignoring the Whisper: How to Activate Your Sixth Sense and Discover Your True Vision Feeling stuck in life? Wonderin...

Why Leadership Without Integrity Will Destroy You (and Your Team) with Philippe Johnson

02 May 2025

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Buckle up for an inspiring dive into what makes a leader truly exceptional! In this episode, Philippe Johnson and Tim unpack the must-have qualities ...

Subconscious Secrets: Are YOU Being Held Back?

18 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this insightful episode, we dive deep into the differences between your brain and your mind. The brain, much like computer hardware, is the physica...

Book Review: You Had Me At No

11 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

I’m excited to share our Indiegogo campaign! It’s all about supporting the podcast’s sixth season. My aim is to deliver more insightful, ad-free...

Deal With a Bad Boss: Actionable Advice For Success

04 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This episode features a conversation with Eric Charran, author of “Have You Ever Had a Boss That...,” discussing workplace dysfunction and strateg...

Stuck in Life? This Mastermind Secret Will Shock You!

21 Mar 2025

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Defining a personal and professional vision is vital for providing direction and purpose in life. A personal vision encompasses the big picture of the...

Book Review: The Six Pillars of Effective Leadership

14 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Tim Stating the Obvious podcast delivers practical leadership insights for everyday life, reinforcing the idea that great leadership is a right, n...

Stop the Burnout: Set Boundaries and Save Your Sanity

07 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as Sheryl Green shares her transformative journey from being an extreme people-pleaser to embracing the power of personal boundaries. After re...

Dominate Your Vision: Decisiveness and Persistence

21 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Introduction: The Power of Decisiveness and Persistence I understand that decisiveness and persistence are vital for transforming my dreams into real...

The Essential Leadership Principles You Need

07 Feb 2025

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I’m launching an Indiegogo campaign to keep bringing you high-quality, ad-free leadership content! Early contributors get a signed copy of my book ...

Unlocking Success Through Knowledge, Imagination, and Planning

31 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

I emphasize that my success isn’t solely dependent on hard work; it also requires working smarter by developing specialized skills, utilizing my ima...

How Senior Leaders Embrace Social Media

24 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On Tim Stating the Obvious, I had the chance to interview, Jess Jensen, to get her insights on the importance of effective leadership in both professi...

Crafting Your Legacy: From Vision to Reality

11 Jan 2025

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In my journey to distinguish between having a vision and setting goals, I’ve come to realize the profound importance of crafting a clear personal vi...

Visionary Leadership: Your Key to Success

04 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to Season 6. I’m incredibly grateful for your support and encourage you to keep sharing. Looking ahead, I plan to introduce new content, inc...

Cultivating Success with Consistency and Discipline

13 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As the new year approaches, I find myself reflecting on the significance of consistency and discipline in achieving both personal and long-term goals....

Speak to Lead by Harnessing the Power of Words to Inspire and Transform Lives

07 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we reflect on five years of leadership insights and dive into the profound impact of words on our lives and those we influence—especially...

Book Review 1: How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie

22 Nov 2024

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In this episode, I review Dale Carnegie’s “How to Win Friends and Influence People,” emphasizing its enduring relevance since its 1936 publicati...

Leader's Get Educated Not Indoctrinated

08 Nov 2024

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In this episode, we delve into the distinctions between education, schooling, and indoctrination, offering insights into the diverse interpretations o...

Storytelling Makes You a Better Leader with Andrea Sampson

01 Nov 2024

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Andrea Sampson, the CEO and founder of Talk Boutique, transitioned from a successful 25-year career in marketing and advertising to focus on thought l...

Healing, Faith, and the Power of Connection with Sue Bowles

12 Oct 2024

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     In this deeply inspiring episode, we sit down with Sue Bowles, a childhood trauma survivor and the founder of the Dare to Believe movement. Su...

Unlocking Self-Awareness Through the Art of the Question

28 Sep 2024

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In this enlightening episode, we are joined by Sean Grace, a seasoned communication consultant, author, coach, and speaker with over 25 years of exper...

Leaders Have a Profound Impact on Employee Engagement

13 Sep 2024

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The episode delves into the pivotal role of leadership in shaping workforce well-being and driving organizational performance, following a prior discu...

Lonely Screens, Stressed Hearts: The 2024 Workplace Well-Being Report

30 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The 2024 workplace report provides significant insights into my well-being and sentiments from 2023. I discovered that 41% of employees, including mys...

Great Leaders Transform Burdens into Blessings Through a New Lens

16 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Imagine this: I'm driving my son to college, and my daughter is in the backseat, completely absorbed in her phone. Out of nowhere, I spot a stunning r...

Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone

02 Aug 2024

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In this episode, I take you on a personal journey of setting goals to dive into public speaking events, and the hurdles I overcame as an introvert ste...

Breaking the Paper Ceiling: Rethinking Education and Opportunity

12 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's competitive job market, the emphasis on formal education has created an invisible yet impactful barrier known as the paper ceiling. This ba...

Awful but Lawful: The Ethical Quagmire of Leadership Decisions

28 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to another episode of Tim Stating the Obvious! Have you ever wondered how some of the world's most prominent companies fell from grace du...

Embracing Fatherhood: Leadership and Love at Home

14 Jun 2024

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Welcome back to "Tim Stating the Obvious"! As we approach Father's Day, this episode delves into the profound role of fathers and the essence of men's...

Unleashing Your Leadership Potential with Dave Dodson

31 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to another episode of "Tim Stating the Obvious" with your host, Tim Staton. In this episode, we dive deep into the world of leadership co...

Why Leaders Should Care about Turning Mourning into Celebration

17 May 2024

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Join Tim Staton as he sits down with Jason Harris, a seasoned celebrant and grief counselor, to explore the profound significance of funeral services ...

Winning is Not Accidental

03 May 2024

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Step into the world of leadership and entrepreneurship with Katia Rave. In this captivating episode, Katia shares her transformative journey from busi...

Discipline Over Motivation

19 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we provide practical leadership advice with a strong emphasis on the importance of building a supportive inner circle and cultivating ...

David Dusek: Leadership in the Trenches and the Peril of Isolation

05 Apr 2024

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In this episode, I host our guest David Dusek, about the challenges men face in today’s society, including the parallel between military and spiritu...

Final Part: Mastering the Art of Power

15 Mar 2024

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This episode Tim and Russell discuss the importance of generating power in our leadership. A significant point is that we must establish personal acco...

Part 3: Leading with Emotional Savvy

01 Mar 2024

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In this episode, Tim and Russell, discuss the crucial role of leadership in all facets of life, with a particular focus on emotional intelligence and ...

Part 2: Risk It For The Biscuit: How to Develop Courage and Overcome Fear

16 Feb 2024

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This episode explores the traits of a good leader, the importance of vision, and the challenges leaders face with fear and courage. It discusses how f...

Part1: Lifelong Learning - Why You Need a Leadership Coach

02 Feb 2024

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In this episode hosted by Tim Staton featuring his guest Russell Heath, a leadership coach, delves into practical leadership principles and provides t...

2024 Trends to Plan For

19 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As we stand on the cusp of 2024, the paradigm of leadership is undergoing a profound transformation, shaped by imperatives of trust, adaptability, and...

Coffee Badging for the Win

05 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In response to the ever-evolving landscape of work, a novel trend known as "coffee badging" has surfaced, embodying a passive resistance to st...

2024 Goals - what is keeping you from achieving them!

09 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk about  the common fears associated with next year 2024 and provide insights on overcoming challenges to goal achievement. I n...

Guardians of Integrity: Inside the World of Compliance Officers

04 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk about Ethics and Compliance Officers. We had a chance to sit down and talk with Pamela Koppelmann about her career as a compli...

Mindset Mastery: Your Path to Personal Growth

27 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Personal self-development is a powerful and transformative journey that offers a wide range of benefits, impacting not only one's personal life but al...

Unlocking Potential: The Art of People Development

13 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's competitive business landscape, organizations are constantly on the hunt for exceptional talent. The prevailing sentiment is that they need...

Time Management Hacks Don’t Work!

29 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we dive into the topic of Time Management. Time management hacks are often hailed as the silver bullet for enhancing productivity, pro...

A Call to Empathy: Understanding Stress and Burnout

15 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we dive deep into the often misunderstood world of stress and burnout faced by Gen Z and Millennials. Despite misconceptio...

The Evolving Work Identity

01 Sep 2023

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Before we dive into today's topic, a quick shoutout to my website, timstatingtheobvious.com. On there, you'll find insights into the essence of our sh...

Cracking the Code to Financial Independence: Gen Z and Millennials Unite!

18 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In our previous episode, we delved into the 2023 Deloitte Gen Z and Millennial Survey Report, which unveiled these generations' expectations from busi...

What Gen Z and Millennials Think About Work Part 1

04 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back! In our previous episode, we delved into the fascinating relationship between stress and engagement levels across different countries. To...

Got Stress: Global Report 2023

28 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In the previous episode, we discussed my viewpoint on the global workplace report for 2023, focusing on employee engagement. In this upcoming episode,...

Employee Engagement: Better But Still Not Good

14 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Hey and welcome back to another episode! In the last episode, we talked about conflict management in the work environment. In this episode, we are goi...

Best Ways for Conflict Resolution

03 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In the last episode, we talked about trends of trust when it comes to leadership and management in the U.S. workforce. In this episode, we are going t...

Be a Leader Worth Trusting

16 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we are going to be talking about trends of trust when it comes to leadership and management in the U.S. workforce. This is based on t...

Leadership vs. Management

02 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Hey and welcome back to another episode. This week we are diving into the topic of leadership versus management. So what is the difference between the...

Senior Leader Priorities

19 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In the last episode, we talked about productivity. In this episode, we are going to talk about how to live in the now and focus on the future. I remem...

Emails and Distractions

05 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In the last episode, we talked about a trend that is still prominent in this year and is growing, which is employee well-being! If you haven’t heard...

Invest In Employee Well Being

28 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In the last episode, we talked about investing into our people and helping them achieve personal growth and development. In the episode we are going t...

Part 3: Invest in your People.

14 Apr 2023

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In this episode, we are going to build upon the past two episodes with the capstone of the series with “Investing into our people and helping them a...

Part 2: Someone Cares!! Building Employee Engagement.

31 Mar 2023

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In this episode, we are going to talk about the second layer of our strategic triangle to build employee engagement, and that is through servant leade...

Part 1: Establish Organizational Trust to Increase Employee Engagement

17 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk about Employee Engagement. Employee engagement refers to the level of commitment, involvement, and enthusiasm that employees h...

Retain the Right Talent!

03 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Last year we saw the “great resignation” and then we saw “quiet quitting” towards the end of the year. Then a counter to that, organizations w...