The Power of Championing Others
Champions are extraordinary. They're not just the best or the winners; they're the ones who have earned respect through their talent and skill. But champions rarely achieve greatness alone. Behind every champion, there's a network of coaches, mentors, leaders, and supporters who encourage and uplift them along the way. According to Merriam-Webster, a champion is not
Leading with Influence: Empowering Conversations and Collaboration
Avoid the “I Think” Trap. One of the most overused phrases in the corporate world, and perhaps in daily life, is “I think…” Partners, leaders, colleagues, and even clients use it endlessly throughout the day. But starting a sentence with “I think” assumes that the person on the other end cares about our opinions and sees us
Elevate Your Team by Making Them Feel Important
In the journey of leadership, making people feel important stands as the final piece of the three-part puzzle of leading with hospitality. The first two pieces—making people feel welcome and comfortable—are crucial. They pave the way for maximizing productivity, enhancing team culture, and driving business results. Without these foundational components, the final piece is challenging to
Unlocking Fulfillment: Discover Your Purpose and Inspire Your Team
Understanding and embracing the purpose of an organization is crucial for rallying teams to achieve greatness together. It may sound straightforward, but often this critical aspect is overlooked, leading to disengaged teams and missed opportunities for meaningful work. When teams fully comprehend the purpose behind their organization's existence and buy into it, they come together with
The Power of Significance in Leadership
Significance — a word often overlooked yet filled with transformative power in leadership. It means the quality of being important, and for leaders, it's borderline magical. When people on our teams feel significant, they become capable of more, regaining lost confidence and leaning into their full potential. Leadership is about bringing out the best in others.
Creating an Environment of Significance: Three Ways to Empower Your Team
Mark Sanborn once said, "The first job of a leader is to prove significance. Because unless or until people feel significant, they won’t even come close to making significant contributions." When team members understand and believe in the purpose of their organization, they feel valued, significant, and motivated to contribute meaningfully. However, creating an environment where
Three Ways to Support Your Team’s Success
Supporting your team is more than a leadership action—it's a commitment to their growth and success. When leaders actively engage in helping their teams, whether for minutes, hours, or days, the impact is profound. Here are three impactful ways to support your team and foster a thriving corporate culture: 1 - Help them understand their role
Three Inspirational Reminders for Your Team’s Success
Leaders who foster a culture of hospitality continually remind their teams of past accomplishments to inspire them for future challenges. No one starts off perfect, and achieving excellence often requires practice and persistence. Every team member has a history of achievements that have shaped them and led them to where they are today. A compassionate leader
Recognizing Your Team: Three Ways to Show You Value Them
Recognition is crucial, as numerous studies have shown that a lack of appreciation at work is a major reason for employee dissatisfaction and turnover. Showing appreciation not only makes people feel good but also enhances their commitment to their work. Leveraging the VAK Model for Maximum Impact The VAK (Visual, Auditory, Kinesthetic) model, proposed by Walter Burke
Three Powerful Ways to Encourage and Empower Your Team
According to David Novak’s research published in the Harvard Business Review, 82 percent of employed Americans feel their supervisors don’t recognize their contributions enough. This statistic highlights a persistent issue in corporate America, but it also presents an opportunity for us to transform how we lead and encourage our teams. The Power of Encouragement Encouragement is a
