As an experienced Talent Development professional, you are likely familiar with the concept of “smile sheets” or reaction surveys used to gauge participants’ immediate feedback after a learning or development activity. These surveys typically ask participants to rate their satisfaction with the content, facilitator, and overall experience. While smile sheets are often criticized for only …
by Betsy Barnich 
Navigating your personal and professional growth journey is akin to embarking on a choose-your-own-adventure quest. The path you choose can shape your skills and capabilities and, ultimately, lead you toward your ideal role. In this article, we’ll walk through three pieces of practical advice to help you chart the right course for your development. Assess …
by Betsy Barnich 
Diversity and inclusion are cornerstones of organizational success in today’s rapidly evolving corporate landscape. As a leadership development company with over 30 years of experience working with organizations across industries, we have seen first-hand, many times over, the pivotal role leaders play in fostering environments where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their …
by Betsy Barnich 
As seasoned leadership development facilitators, we have walked alongside many individuals on their journey toward becoming genuine and effective leaders. While charisma undoubtedly captures attention, authentic leadership goes much deeper. Let’s explore three essential traits distinguishing authentic leaders in today’s dynamic landscape. Authenticity: Authentic leaders lead with integrity and transparency. They stay true to their …
by Betsy Barnich 
In today’s workplaces, effective communication and collaboration are paramount. Two recurring questions that stand out when we examine our experiences coaching individuals are, “How can I have a better working relationship with my manager?” and “How can I do a better job of managing up?” These two questions really get to the root of cultivating …
by Betsy Barnich 
Self-aware teams leverage the benefits of leaning on each other to maximize their productivity as a whole. But what role does psychological safety play in self-aware teams? In this week’s blog post, Matt Meuleners of FOCUS Training sits down with Mike Tack, Senior Manager of Leadership Development at Kohl’s to talk about his take on …
by Betsy Barnich 
