Sustainable personal growth is essential for effective leadership. By cultivating positive habits, leaders can continuously improve their skills and inspire their teams. Here’s how to build habits that foster long-lasting personal and professional development: Start Small and Be Specific Sustainable growth begins with manageable steps. When setting goals for habit formation: – Choose one habit …
by Betsy Barnich 
Recently, my home office was unexpectedly plunged into a WiFi-less void due to terrible storms that knocked out my internet connection for 22 hours. Initially, panic set in as I stared at my to-do list, but as the hours passed, I realized this forced “digital detox” provided valuable insights for leadership development. The Power of …
by Betsy Barnich 
In short, yes, group coaching can be as effective for professional development as one-on-one coaching, however the context and the specific goals of the participants should be considered before deciding which method to use. Here are some areas to consider: Effectiveness in Skill Development: Individual coaching and group training have been shown to reduce procrastination …
by Betsy Barnich 
Later this month, Matt Meuleners, FOCUS Training COO and Executive Partner, is going to participate in the 29029 Everesting Challenge in Jackson Hole, WY. In this month’s team spotlight, he shares his experience of learning that the actual value lies not in reaching the destination but in the growth and capabilities developed during the journey. …
by Betsy Barnich 
Organizations must proactively plan for the future by cultivating a pipeline of talented leaders. Effective succession planning is a strategy that ensures business continuity, fosters growth, and drives long-term success. To get started, begin by identifying key roles and competencies. Analyze your organization’s current and future leadership needs, defining the essential skills, knowledge, and attributes …
by Betsy Barnich 
Over the past year and a half, I’ve been consistently leaning into networking. I’ll be totally transparent; there were a lot of last-minute self-pep talks in the car and a lot of “just go for 10 minutes, and if you don’t like it, you can leave” self-negotiations. It took me a while to really understand the …
by Betsy Barnich 
As leaders, we are no strangers to criticism. Whether it is feedback from colleagues, client demands, or board pressure, we face a constant stream of external voices. But often, our harshest critic lives within – that inner voice that tells us we are not good enough, smart enough, or simply unworthy of success. This unrelenting …
by Betsy Barnich 
Have you ever struggled to get buy-in from colleagues or even your boss? You are not alone! This post tackles a powerful yet informal leadership style: influence leadership. Matt Meuleners dives deep into when it is most effective and how you can leverage it to move projects forward, make decisions, and guide others in the …
by Betsy Barnich 
In the fast-paced world of technological advancements, organizations strive to enhance talent development to meet the ever-evolving industry demands. Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) presents itself as an impressive tool, capable of transforming talent development initiatives. It is crucial, however, to acknowledge that for smaller organizations, some of these AI-powered tools might be beyond budgetary constraints …
by Betsy Barnich 
Mentoring has long since been an essential piece of the puzzle when it comes to personal and career development. However, many leaders wonder how to extract the maximum value from these mentorship opportunities. This week, we are diving into this topic and offering insights on making the most of formal and informal mentoring relationships. Formal …
by Betsy Barnich 
