Hedgehogs, on the other hand, simplify a complex world into a single organizing idea, a basic principle or concept that unifies and guides everything. Your hedgehog is the most important decision your leadership team can make. Your hedgehog drives every decision. It challenges your “yes” and affirms your “no.” It is bigger than your training...
Put the right words in your tool bank to maximize communication with your team. Words for Straight Talk Statements I see it differently… Perhaps I misunderstood… Let me make sure I understand… This is what I have seen, observed… I think… I feel… This is the impact (of their behavior) on you, the team, the...
The Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM) conducted a survey of hundreds of companies about their outsourcing habits and here’s what they found are the six most common reasons that companies outsource: 26% of companies outsource to save money. 23% of companies outsource to be able to focus more on strategy. 22% of companies outsource...
As 2016 ends and the page of the calendar turns, we are once again, offered a fresh opportunity to begin again. But let’s not turn the page too quickly without looking back and pondering for just a minute or two on all that has been. This year, as I intentionally pause, the tug on my...
Every time I meet with Jan, she inspires me to be a better leader. – Ken Robertson Human Resources Director Virginia Retirement System Fortis Leadership has provided executive coaching to the Virginia Retirement System, helped teams navigate through personnel challenges and hosted VRS staff in the Evolving Leaders Program. “Jan is a wonderfully talented trainer and coach,” Ken...
I am looking forward to the change of seasons as it seems to give us all permission to begin afresh. As I reflect on the summer, I have had the privilege of working with several senior leadership teams who are on a journey determined to discover and overcome challenges, and often times dysfunction in and...
I recently had the opportunity to speak to a large group of leaders at the Virginia Association of Non-Profit Homes for the Aging (VANHA) retreat in Williamsburg. My colleague David Brown, President of Cornerstone Advisors, joined me in providing insight to The Hidden Costs of Turnover and Recruiting and Retaining A-Players. A part of our...
As a young girl in middle school, I was always fascinated with stories. Whether it was the Nancy Drew series; Harriet the Spy; or The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, I remember at an early age reading these simple stories and relating to the characters, the conflicts, and anticipating the conclusions. While my reading...
Fortis Leadership Interview with VBH Retirement Communities We are so grateful for our clients who allow us to journey alongside them, providing solutions to help individuals reach their potential. Many of our clients have made the strategic choice to design a workplace culture that fosters learning, develops talent, and accountability. Fortis Leadership has had the...
I am so very grateful for the emerging leaders who have been a part of our customized on-site universities and our public Emerging Leaders Program. I am also grateful for those senior leaders who have identified middle managers who demonstrate excellence and have provided them with an opportunity to grow, change, and lead. During our...
