When I started my company at age 24, I had a big idea for a beauty salon and decided to dive in headfirst without worrying about obstacles. The approach served me well because it got me moving, but I ...

Self-reflection is an essential part of the leadership journey. One of the biggest challenges school leaders face is the disconnect between their actions and core values. When this disconnect occurs, ...

Core values are the DNA of any organization. They can’t just be words on your website or live on a conference room wall. They must be the backbone of a company’s culture, how you behave as an ...

The quest for authentic leadership has become an essential cornerstone for success. Here’s how you can develop and embrace a value-driven approach to leadership. 1. Determine your core values 2. Lead ...

Company values may appear to be static. That’s because for long stretches of time, they are. At inflection moments in the life of your company, you gather your team together to assess the company’s ...

In today's marketplace, growth often means chasing speed, scale and disruption. But in the rush for expansion, leaders rarely ask: What is worth preserving? I've seen this firsthand. Too many ...

Gallup’s extensive employee engagement research, which spans several decades, found that not having clear goals and expectations is one of the top five reasons employees are disengaged. Worse, it’s ...

Dave Foster is CEO of AvreaFoster, a brand and marketing agency that helps B2B companies use the power of their brand to grow business. In the beginning—before your business became a business—it was ...