by Steven Fulmer | Sep 11, 2025 | Articles
In the rush to resolve issues, many leaders move too quickly toward fixing a problem before they fully understand it. But clarity comes before resolution. In a recent coaching conversation, I asked a client what his goal was going into a difficult meeting. His answer:...
by Steven Fulmer | Sep 9, 2025 | Articles
In my last post, I talked about how retention has shifted. Once upon a time, companies leaned on pensions to keep people around. Today, it’s culture and psychological safety that anchor loyalty. But here’s another layer we don’t talk about enough: sometimes the best...
by Mollie Horne | Sep 2, 2025 | Articles
Once upon a time, loyalty was rewarded with pensions and a gold watch after 40 years of service. That world is gone. Today’s workers aren’t just chasing paychecks; they’re seeking purpose, autonomy, and flexibility in their lives. The challenge for leaders is this:...
by Steven Fulmer | Aug 24, 2025 | Articles
Assigning decision-making authority isn’t a magic wand that solves everything. Being the “decision maker” doesn’t mean going it alone and calling all the shots. It means leaning into collaboration, gathering input, and communicating clearly — especially when your...
by Steven Fulmer | Aug 24, 2025 | Articles
Decision fatigue isn’t just about making too many choices — it’s about carrying every one of them. When leaders feel they must always be the call maker, small decisions pile up, draining focus and energy. But there’s another dimension at play: if your team isn’t...
by Steven Fulmer | Aug 24, 2025 | Articles
In my last post, The Silent Saboteur, I explored how unspoken expectations quietly undermine team performance and trust. But what happens when we do speak up — and things still don’t change? Sometimes, the problem isn’t that expectations are unspoken. It’s that...
