Chart the Course for Successful Business Transformation Planning

Chart the Course for Successful Business Transformation Planning

Ship captains must follow a strategically charted course, avoid icebergs on the horizon and ensure the health and safety of everyone on board. Despite having the support of an expert crew each managing their functions precisely, the responsibility for a journey’s success or failure rests solely on the captain’s shoulders.  They must remain vigilant.  Being aware of the wind at their back with an eye on the horizon is a captain’s responsibility.  And as the [...]
The Intersection of Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Work

The Intersection of Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Work

The other day, I got snippy with Alexa. It wasn’t my fault, she wouldn’t listen. After the fourth time she misunderstood, I noticed my heart rate (and voice) were elevated. I wasn’t being unreasonable or demanding. I simply (very nicely) asked her to start a podcast where I left off listening to it during my commute home.  Instead, she went rogue and started it right after the major plot twist was revealed.  I don’t want [...]
Creating an Environment Employees Want to Be In: A Guide to Fostering Workplace Satisfaction

Creating an Environment Employees Want to Be In: A Guide to Fostering Workplace Satisfaction

In the pursuit of a productive and successful workplace, creating an environment that employees genuinely want to be a part of is a game-changer. Especially in this day and age of employees leaving the workforce when they can’t achieve the level of satisfaction they’re expecting.  When employees feel valued, engaged, and satisfied, their performance soars, leading to increased creativity, better collaboration, and reduced turnover. Here are some essential steps to help you craft an environment [...]
How Prioritizing Mental Health Can Revolutionize the Construction Industry

How Prioritizing Mental Health Can Revolutionize the Construction Industry

One of my closest friends, who is a construction worker, and I have spent countless hours talking about sports, family, politics, current events, social causes, careers, and movies. We’ve gotten into heated….debates about who the grillmaster is (spoiler alert, it’s me). We are a masterful team for moving, working on cars, or cleaning up after a party thrown by one of our wives. We share similar thoughts and opinions on most topics. Despite this, there [...]
Predict a Brighter Future by Developing Mindfulness

Predict a Brighter Future by Developing Mindfulness

When I was younger, the Magic 8 Ball ruled my life. To be fair it didn’t rule every aspect of my life, but it was my roadmap for navigating my way through childhood.  Every morning I shook loose pieces of wisdom that helped me determine my plan for the day and my life.  My Magic 8 Ball was the key to my future. That’s what my 10-year-old brain told me. Of course, by the time [...]
Embracing the 4-Day Workweek: Inspiring Tips for Employers to Welcome Remote Workers Back to the Office

Embracing the 4-Day Workweek: Inspiring Tips for Employers to Welcome Remote Workers Back to the Office

The concept of a 4-day workweek has gained momentum in recent years as a way to improve work-life balance, boost employee productivity, and reduce burnout.  With the transition back to the office after a prolonged period of remote work, employers have a unique opportunity to reimagine the traditional workweek and inspire their teams to embrace this innovative approach.  By introducing a 4-day workweek while bringing remote workers back into the office, employers can foster a [...]