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Ready to Transform Employee Engagement? Start Here! 🔥 Traditional engagement strategies often miss the mark—because they put all the responsibility on managers and companies. But what if the real change started with a simple question: "Did I do my best to...?" 💡 Instead of passive questions like “Do you have clear goals?” challenge your team to reflect: Did I do my best to: ✅ Set clear goals? ✅ Make progress toward achieving them? ✅ Find meaning in my work? ✅ Be genuinely happy? ✅ Build positive relationships? ✅ Stay fully engaged? ✨ When employees take ownership of their engagement, the shift is powerful. Marshall Goldsmith’s research proves that by asking these six questions daily for just two weeks, you’ll see dramatic improvements—in both mindset and performance. The best part? It starts with you. Lead by example. #Leadership #EmployeeEngagement #PersonalResponsibility #GrowthMindset #TeamSuccess

Navigating Change in Business with Resilience 🔄✨ In a world where change is constant, it’s easy for leaders and teams to feel uncertain. Whether it’s economic shifts, societal changes, or internal transitions, change can be overwhelming. But remember: change is a catalyst for growth. William Bridges’ Managing Transitions model shows us the emotional cycle we all go through when facing change: 🔑 The 3 Phases of Transition: 💠1. Ending, Losing, and Letting Go: This is the tough part. For employees, it could mean letting go of old roles, processes, or ways of doing things. For businesses, it’s often about shedding outdated practices and ideas that no longer serve the future vision. It’s uncomfortable and unsettling—but necessary to make room for innovation. 💠2. The Neutral Zone: This phase is often where businesses and employees feel the most uncertain. The old is gone, but the new hasn’t yet taken shape. It’s in this uncertain space that many teams start to feel stuck, disengaged, or anxious. But this is also where the transformation happens—it’s where creative solutions emerge, new strategies are tested, and growth begins. 💠3. New Beginnings: This is the breakthrough moment. It’s where businesses and employees begin to embrace new practices, new structures, and new ways of thinking. It’s the point where teams start to see the potential in the change and move forward with confidence. This is where the seeds of success are planted. ✨ Your leadership makes all the difference in guiding your team through these phases. Support your team with communication and resilience, and help them embrace the change ahead. Want to learn how to lead change in your organization? Ask us about our upcoming Advanced Leadership workshop! Executive Forum Strategic Business Coaching, LLC #Leadership #BusinessGrowth #ManagingTransitions #ChangeManagement #EmployeeEngagement #Resilience #BusinessTransformation

As Thanksgiving approaches, we’re taking a moment to reflect on what we’re most grateful for this year—the incredible leadership community that makes Executive Forum so special. 💙 We’re especially thankful for John and Robin, whose dedication and vision have built a legacy of growth and connection, and for the opportunity to continue this journey with all of you under new leadership. As Samantha Doyle and Sky Anderson step into their new roles, we’re reminded of how much this community inspires and empowers leaders every day. We’re looking forward to celebrating with you at our Ownership Transition Party next month! Join us as we honor John and Robin’s incredible contributions and look ahead to an exciting future. 📅 Date: Thursday, December 12th, 2024 ⏰ Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM (Open House Style) 📍 Location: Hyatt Regency Portland at the Oregon Convention Center                              375 NE Holladay St. Portland, OR 97232, USA This Thanksgiving, we’re thankful for all of you—our amazing leadership community—and we can’t wait to see you soon! RSVP using the EventBrite link below! #Gratitude #LeadershipCommunity #ExecutiveForum

Big news at Executive Forum! 🎉 We’re thrilled to announce the transition of ownership to Samantha Doyle, an accomplished leader passionate about continuing our legacy. Join us for an Ownership Transition Party to honor John and Robin’s legacy and connect with our amazing community: 📅 Date: Thursday, December 12th, 2024 ⏰ Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM (Open House Style) 📍 Location: Hyatt Regency Portland at the Oregon Convention Center 375 NE Holladay St. Portland, OR 97232, USA This event will feature: ✨ Delicious appetizers ✨ Beer and wine to toast the occasion ✨ Opportunities to connect with an amazing community of leaders RSVP on EventBrite Below:

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