We've been thinking...all things leadership

Change leadership is different than change management. It’s a powerful language and a set of intentional actions for building trust, commitment, and momentum. In this episode, we share practical suggestions for how leaders can reduce fear and engage others in creating a robust future.

Leading change isn’t just about creating a well-conceived plan—it’s about guiding people through the emotional terrain that follows. Effective change leaders understand the importance of engaging the mindsets, heartsets, and skillsets of others–always starting with themselves.

Ever found yourself in a conversation where you knew you were right—but still lost connection, trust, or momentum? In this episode, Jan and Mark explore why leaders often push to be “right,” and what it costs in terms of relationship capital. They unpack common triggers, share personal stories, and offer practical shifts to help leaders move from controlling the dialogue to cultivating influence.

Feeling stuck in your leadership or team dynamics? In this episode, we explore two practical strategies to shift energy, challenge assumptions, and move toward breakthrough.

What do athletes and leaders have in common? In this episode, we talk with a collegiate soccer player about finding “flow”—and how to bring that same focus and energy into the workplace.

What do athletes and leaders have in common? In this episode, we talk with a collegiate soccer player about finding “flow”—and how to bring that same focus and energy into the workplace.

We’ve all seen it—work that falls through the cracks, teams stepping on each other’s toes, or decisions stalled in limbo. That’s the reality of organizational seams—the points where teams, functions, and priorities connect, or need to connect. If leaders don’t manage those seams well, friction builds, value leaks, and collaboration sputters. In this episode, we'll share tips for creating better connections across boundaries.

The words you use as a leader matter—more than you might think. Language is the currency, or code, that powers action. In this episode, we dig into how language can help you cut through the noise, build alignment, and get things moving.

Is your team great at naming problems but not so great at solving them?

In this episode, we explore how even high-performing teams can get stuck in problem identification loops. We share how leaders can recognize when this is happening, skillfully shift the team into problem-solving mode, and manage the energy required to move forward.

What does “leadership potential” really mean, and are we measuring the right things?

In this episode, we unpack how our thinking has evolved on the subject of potential: what it is, how to recognize it, and how to grow it. Whether you’re developing your own potential or assessing others’, we offer a fresh perspective grounded in real leadership experiences.