Did you know that 93% of communication is non-verbal? Research shows that tone of voice, facial expressions, and body language account for the majority of our impact when we communicate—our words alone are only 7% of the message! In leadership (and honestly in life), this means our presence, or “the weather we bring,” speaks volumes before we … Read more
In a previous email, I talked about the importance of savoring a “curiosity cocktail” when handling individual complaints from your team. But what happens when complaints seem to be the norm, and negative thoughts are being flung around like candy at a parade? Complaining can be a natural, even healthy, release. But there’s a fine … Read more
Feeling like your team culture needs a boost? You’re not alone! One thing I hear often is that team cultures can feel negative or even toxic, and change seems out of reach. But here’s the thing—building a thriving team culture is possible. It all starts by focusing on three key areas: Attitudes: Are we energized … Read more
A common theme I hear when working with organizations or during keynote talks is that the culture feels a bit negative or even toxic, and teams are struggling to make meaningful changes. Here’s the good news: creating a thriving team culture is absolutely doable. It just takes a little focus on the right areas. To … Read more
The places we live, visit, and dream of traveling to all help shape who we are. This week, I’m celebrating two of those places—Iowa and Wisconsin! Before moving back to Iowa, we spent nearly a decade in the Badger State, where I grew as a leader, became a parent to two awesome kids, and truly … Read more
As a longtime healthcare operations leader, safety is more than a priority—it’s personal. And now that I’m a parent, let’s just say my safety radar is dialed up to max (yes, helmets please!). This week, I had the honor of speaking at the 2024 Iowa Governor’s Safety and Health Conference, where we dove into essential … Read more
Why do ghosts like to ride in elevators? It’ raises their spirits! Weekend speaking events are rare, but this weekend was a busy one—husband out of town, kids’ sporting events, and fall activities in full force. So, when my sister-in-law and nephew offered to spend Saturday with the kids—doing all the running around and painting … Read more
I usually take a day in the summer each year and do a Have Good Ripple Effect Strategic Planning Retreat (Below is my social media post from November of 2021.) Today is my summer “strategic day” for 2024 and I was laughingly reflecting on how much has changed and how much has stayed the same. … Read more
Doesn’t the graphic I posted make it look easy to launch a business? Let’s all have a quick laugh at that, shall we? I’ll be honest, many people think that starting a business is easy and gives you freedom over your life, but in actuality, it takes grit, lots of time, and a good sense … Read more
Gearing Up for Keynote Season! As we head into summer, I’m already dreaming about keynote speaking season which is just around the corner! Reflecting on some incredible moments from this past year, I can’t help but feel energized and ready for what’s to come. One highlight was the Changemakers Luncheon, where I had the privilege … Read more
