by Kristen Ireland | Jan 9, 2024 | Uncategorized
I love puzzles! I love jigsaw puzzles. We always have a puzzle on our kitchen table. My family loves jigsaw puzzle competitions (yes, there is such a thing). The largest jigsaw puzzle competition in the US takes place in St. Paul, Minnesota – we completed a...
by Kristen Ireland | Nov 7, 2023 | Uncategorized
Harvest season’s over. Halloween has passed. With Thanksgiving—and a new year—around the corner, let’s pause. Now, think back on what you’ve accomplished this year. You’ve worked your butt off, and, despite a tough economic environment, crazy weather events, and...
by Kristen Ireland | Oct 3, 2023 | Uncategorized
Are you sitting down? We hope so, because here are two statistics that might just floor you. 52% of voluntarily exiting employees say their manager could have done something to prevent them from leaving their job. Over HALF of exiting employees say in the last three...
by Kristen Ireland | Jun 6, 2023 | Uncategorized
“I have some feedback for you.” When you hear these words, how do you feel? Nervous? Anxious? Optimistic? Maybe this statement instantly puts you on the defensive, ready to rebut criticism from a manager who clearly is out to get you. Or maybe you feel open-minded and...
by Kristen Ireland | Feb 7, 2023 | Uncategorized
As a business owner or senior leader, you know exactly how you want your organization to grow and function in the future. You know the results you want (and need) to accomplish. You know the goals you want (and need) to achieve. You know the kinds of people you want...
by Kristen Ireland | Jan 3, 2023 | Uncategorized
Are you starting the new year with a new (or renewed) focus on goals? Good! Goals help direct energy and attention for both you and your team. Even better: Setting clear business goals is essential for driving the behaviors across your company that lead to success....
