by jpollard | Oct 5, 2026 | Coaching & Team Empowerment, Communication & Soft Skills, Leadership Development
One of the advantages of the work we do is getting to spend time with leaders across a wide range of organizations. Every organization is different, but over the course of a quarter, certain conversations begin to repeat themselves. The same frustrations surface....
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 | Oct 2, 2025 | Communication & Soft Skills, Leadership Development, Uncategorized
Why Virtue is the Core of Leadership When people think about leadership, they often think about strategy, vision, or the ability to inspire teams toward ambitious goals. These are important, of course. But when the pressure rises, deadlines loom, or conflict surfaces,...
by jpollard | Mar 15, 2024 | Communication & Soft Skills, Leadership Development
Storytelling isn’t just the oldest form of entertainment; it’s a powerful catalyst for human connection, weaving through the tapestry of history and culture to influence, inspire, and instruct. In the realm of leadership, this ancient art transforms into a strategic...
by jpollard | Dec 20, 2023 | Communication & Soft Skills
In the evolving landscape of the corporate world, the emphasis on ‘soft skills’ has surged to the forefront, particularly for those in leadership and management roles. Often overshadowed by technical prowess, soft skills — the non-technical, interpersonal, and people...
by jpollard | Sep 19, 2023 | Communication & Soft Skills
Picture this: You’re in a team meeting, nodding along as your employees share updates and ideas. You think you’re the epitome of a good manager—after all, you’re not interrupting anyone, and you’re making all the right facial expressions. But suddenly, you realize...