Let’s face it: Communication is often a mess. At Keystone Group International, we see this problem all too often. CEO’s who aren’t communicating effectively create a ripple effect that stifles their entire organization. But there’s good news – you can fix it. And here’s how. Courageous Conversations: The CEO Standard CEOs struggle to have courageous…
Is your business running on an operating framework or an impact framework? Likely your response is – I don’t know – which is totally normal. What we see in today’s environment is a lot of organizations are running on various operating frameworks, which are very beneficial. They provide a common set of tools, language and…
From learning to take action to cultivating an uplifting atmosphere, here are 13 answers to the question, “What are your most effective tips to make great managers effective leaders?” Take Initiative Relearn to Be Human Prioritize Communication Understand Relationships Encourage Using Data Get a Dose of Empathy Show Trust in Your Employees Embrace Your HR…
From reflecting information back to emphasizing win-win timelines, here are 14 answers to the question, “Can you share your most effective tips for holding your coaching/consulting clients accountable?” TLDR: 14 Ways to Hold Your Client Accountable Parrot Back and Remind Them of their Whys Document Everything from Start to Finish Establish Clear and Measurable Goals…
There’s been a lot of conversation about workplace culture, but what exactly is it? Why are workplace culture and employee engagement so important? How does one create and nurture a good, productive working environment? Let’s find out… What is Workplace Culture? Workplace culture is the overall environment in which you work. It includes the physical…
From trying out the Four T’s approach to understanding your team’s communication style, here are the 12 answers to the question, “What are your top tips for improving communication across your organization?” Use the Four T’s Approach Ban Emojis Create An Open Leadership Culture Record All Communication Construct Out-of-Work Platforms for Trust Building Hold Town…
The Power of a Strong Generational Workplace “Boomers are uncomfortable with technology and have no idea how to use the internet to increase efficiency. They only want to do it how they’ve always done it. They are oblivious to how the internet and social media could accomplish more faster.” “Millennials feel entitled and expect constant…
Confidence for Hard Conversations Communication is everything. Our current societal environment can make communication hard; Can I say that? How do I say that? Should I say that? How will they react? Successful communication skills are one of the most important parts of being a good leader. They are especially necessary when having hard or difficult conversations. 4 Tips for Hard Conversations Get prepared-Know Your…
Give Your Team Every Advantage It takes a lot of energy to keep up these days, both personally and professionally. We are living and leading in what some call a “VUCA world”. The United States Army War College originated the use of the VUCA acronym which stands for: Volatile – fast, unpredictable changes without clear…
Have you ever wondered how some people have strong positive influence on those they come in contact with? The secret is they have learned how to use their communication skills to become a person of influence. This concept is talked about in one of my favorite books by John Maxwell and Jim Dornan, Becoming a…
