McCausland Monday

Why Effective Communication Isn't Good Enough

Why Effective Communication Isn't Good Enough

When we ask participants what they take away from our workshop, frequently we hear, "We need to communicate better". Great! ...but what EXACTLY does that mean? Jeff suggests 4 simple ways for YOU to be a more effective communicator.

How to Build Trust Within Your Team

How to Build Trust Within Your Team

It’s a fact. Organizations and teams thrive where trust exists. We all want to be part of a team that fully trust each other. Whether your team is a well running trust-fueled machine or a hot mess express, knowing how to build trust within your team is a skill you need to know.

Is Change Always About Doing Something?

Is Change Always About Doing Something?

Consider the fact that in 2004 there were 9,000 Blockbuster stores worldwide, and in 2011 Dish Network bought Blockbuster for a “bargain price” of $320 million. By then Blockbuster had shrunk to 300 stores and filed for bankruptcy in 2010. But beyond being an iconic curiosity, what does this mean for contemporary leaders?

Three Ways to Drink to Your Health

Three Ways to Drink to Your Health

If you’re trying to take care of your body and make healthier choices the first thing you might do is take a closer look at what you’re eating. But, have you thought about what you’re drinking? Or, maybe not drinking?

Water should be everyones beverage of choice. You see our bodies are around 60% water and every organ, tissue, muscle and cell needs water to operate properly. We need water to help regulate our body temperature, aid in digestion, and clear toxins.

The Difference Between Intuitive & Informed Decisions

The Difference Between Intuitive & Informed Decisions

When you think about leadership, the one thing that leaders do that makes them different from any other person, is they DECIDE. They also decide WHEN they are going to decide. They not only determine the direction their organization is going to move, they also manage the clock of when they make those decisions and choices.  

With decision-making, we are faced with the question-- How do I make very difficult choices?

How to Eat Like a Leader On-The-Go

How to Eat Like a Leader On-The-Go

Do you have a hard time making healthy food choices while on business trips? Have you just resigned yourself to the idea that eating well while traveling is impossible so, why bother? Traveling AND eating well can feel like an impossible combination. Business meetings are often held at sub-par restaurants, workshops are stocked with sweet breakfast pastries, and a bag of fast food looks like the only option when you’re trying to catch your flight connection.