A strategic framework is a model that defines why we exist, what's unique about us, what business we are in, and what we do every day. In this framework, everyone in the organization must commit to behaviors that operationalize the purpose. A classic example is...
Sometimes you have presented your arguments, told great stories, appealed to emotions, and explained your logic, but somebody is still unconvinced. Now what? In episode 60 of Magic in the Room, Luke, Hannah, and Chris discuss strategies for managing team members who are particularly stubborn....
Leaders must influence people to change behavior, follow a vision, or accept new beliefs. In the final episode of our EQ series Hannah, Chris, and Luke discuss the power of persuasion. Influencing people through persuasion requires leaders to use story, logic, and emotion to inspire...
In the final episode of our Mindset series, Luke, Chris, Hannah, and special guest Bob Schooley discuss a new idea: Ignitor Mindset. People with an Ignitor Mindset combine a Growth Mindset and an Outward Mindset. Leaders with an Ignitor Mindset can inspire their teams to...
The most effective teams have diverse viewpoints and experiences. However, leaders must intentionally create an environment that values those differences, so minority viewpoints are heard. In this episode of Magic in the Room, Hannah, Chris, and Luke discuss the mindset and tactics needed to lead...
If you have power, what should you do with it? In this episode, Luke, Chris, and Ben examine two possible choices; keeping power to yourself or giving control to other people so they can be more effective. The way leaders use power has implications for...
Not all power is the same. Some people have power due to their job title or position, while others have it because of expertise, relationships, or trust. In this episode of Magic in the Room, Chris, Luke, and Hannah discuss why the source of your...
The most successful organizations are those that instill a culture of flat, fast, and agile communication and information sharing. The ability to share knowledge and leverage insights from across functional areas enables the organization to anticipate challenges and make proactive decisions. Rather than waiting for...
Should we focus on our strengths or try to fix our weaknesses? In this episode of Magic in the Room, Luke, Hannah, and Sarah discuss the benefits of discovering your strengths and leveraging them for maximum effectiveness. When everyone on a team uses their complementary...
Resilience is the ability to withstand or recover quickly from difficult conditions. But what does it take to develop resilience? In this episode of Magic in the Room, Luke, Hannah, and Chris discuss the need for hope, purpose, grit, reflection, and self-care in developing resilience....
