October 08, 2024
Rich Baron and Maikel Bailey
During the early 1900s, the subjects taught in High School were much different than today. Greek, Latin, Math (without calculators), and Handwriting, just to name a few were expectations. If you didn't pass the required courses, you didn't graduate. Fast...
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October 04, 2024
Rich Baron and Maikel Bailey
Folks, it is garbage day. So is tomorrow, and the next day, and so forth. Does that mean taking the garbage out every day? In a matter of speaking, yes! We are referring to the trash, noise, distractions, and non-value...
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September 30, 2024
Rich Baron and Maikel Bailey
In the old west town of Bannack, Montana, during the 1860s, people decided to take back their town from the dishonest, stealing, and evil people that were there. The term 3-7-77 was painted on the doors of the bad folks...
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September 25, 2024
Rich Baron and Maikel Bailey
Have you had a boss that seems to go over the top to gain your trust or confidence only to see that relationship evolve into something toxic? Gaslighting is a form of psychological and emotional abuse that involves distorting the...
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September 23, 2024
Rich Baron and Maikel Bailey
Narcissistic bosses tend to have all-or-nothing thinking, so they may think that you are out to get them if you disagree or challenge them. Because they are very insecure, they see any behavior like that as a threat. They can...
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September 12, 2024
Rich Baron and Maikel Bailey
Ahhh, the narcissistic boss. The ones that always need to be the center of attention, flashy, and arrogant, must be constantly praised for their work and be seen as highly competent. For them, the title and all the bells and...
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September 10, 2024
Rich Baron and Maikel Bailey
Versatility is the master capability for leading in a VUCA world — that is, one characterized by volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity. We define versatility as the ability to read and respond to change with a wide repertoire of complementary...
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August 28, 2024
Rich Baron and Maikel Bailey
In this part 2 we get into why it is critical to give a 100% effort at all times. However, does this mean that each team member's 100% should be the same as everyone else? Or does that mean giving...
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August 22, 2024
Rich Baron and Maikel Bailey
Love or hate him, there is no denying that Tom Brady is one of the greatest quarterbacks ever. He holds several records as a quarterback but what about his ability to lead a team? So often we obsess about who...
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August 19, 2024
Rich Baron and Maikel Bailey
We often discuss the benefits of great leadership in organizations. How great leaders impact great culture, employee retention, engagement, and success. But what about the true impact of poor leadership and what is the real cost? Studies show that the...
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