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 
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 
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 
Linkedin Matt Meuleners has 25 years of experience as a leadership trainer and Talent Development professional. He is an expert in leadership development who specializes in program design and delivery, L&D consulting, training audits, and leader coaching. Matt holds an MBA from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and a bachelor’s degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. …
by Betsy Barnich 
Leadership Development: Fuel for The Great Stay Journey If you have been on LinkedIn (or the internet) for more than a minute, you have likely heard the term “The Great Stay.” It describes a recent trend in the workforce where employees are choosing to stay in their current jobs for longer periods, rather than quitting for new …
by Betsy Barnich 
