by jpollard | Aug 13, 2026 | Coaching & Team Empowerment, Communication & Soft Skills, Culture & Purpose, Leadership Development
There are a lot of leadership books out there, but there are a handful we find ourselves coming back to and recommending over and over again. They are not all about the same thing, and that is part of what makes this list useful. Some have helped us think differently...
by jpollard | May 6, 2026 | Coaching & Team Empowerment, Culture & Purpose, Innovation & Strategy, Leadership Development, Uncategorized
Why smart teams fall out of alignment and how to fix it The meeting starts the way they always do: on time, with a full calendar, and good people in the room. Marketing kicks things off. “We need to push harder on growth this quarter. Pipeline is light, and we’re...
by jpollard | Dec 31, 2025 | Coaching & Team Empowerment, Innovation & Strategy, Leadership Development, Uncategorized
New Year, Fresh Intentions There’s something irresistible about the start of a new year. It’s a clean slate, a psychological refresh button, a chance to step back and say, “This year, I’ll do it differently.” For leaders, it’s also a rare window to pause before the...
by jpollard | Oct 30, 2025 | Coaching & Team Empowerment, Innovation & Strategy, Leadership Development, Uncategorized
The Cost of Waiting Let’s be honest: most organizations don’t start the new year with a clear, actionable plan. They start with a calendar full of meetings, competing priorities, and a vague sense that someone, somewhere, should probably figure out what matters most....
by jpollard | Aug 20, 2025 | Coaching & Team Empowerment, Culture & Purpose, Leadership Development
The Leadership Imperative in Times of Change If you’re in a leadership role today, you’ve likely felt it, that familiar undercurrent of change. Whether it’s a shift in strategy, a team restructuring, a transition in leadership, or evolving market demands, change...
by jpollard | Feb 16, 2024 | Coaching & Team Empowerment
In the ever-evolving landscape of leadership, the role of a manager transcends beyond mere oversight to one of a coach and mentor. This pivotal shift recognizes that investing in the growth of employees is not just beneficial but essential for the vitality and...