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5 Reasons Why You Don't Need HR
Let’s be honest—HR is a waste of time. Here are 5 reasons why you definitely don’t need it: #1 You love handling awkward conversations...
Leslie Speas
May 91 min read


Letting Someone Go with Dignity and Grace
Let’s be honest, terminating an employee is one of the toughest responsibilities for any leader or HR professional. It’s rarely black and...
Leslie Speas
May 23 min read


Delegate to Elevate!
Let’s face it—no one likes a micromanager. And yet, many managers struggle to let go. Whether it's a fear that the job won’t be done...
Leslie Speas
Apr 173 min read


Crushing Conflict - From Tension to Teamwork
Conflict is inevitable in the workplace. When you have diverse personalities, communication styles, and competing priorities, tension can...
Leslie Speas
Apr 113 min read


7 Habits of Less Stressed People
Do you ever wake up already feeling exhausted? Before you even step out of bed, your phone buzzes with emails, notifications, and urgent...
Leslie Speas
Mar 273 min read


Leading Others Through Change: 7 Steps to Success
Change is inevitable, yet it remains one of the biggest challenges leaders face. Whether it’s a new process, a shift in company culture,...
Leslie Speas
Feb 252 min read


Maximize Your Team's Potential: The Soft Skills That Drive Success
Do your employees have the skills to collaborate effectively, adapt to change, and step into leadership roles? As I work with...
Leslie Speas
Feb 122 min read


The Power of Empathy: Unlocking Connection at Work
Empathy in the workplace is no longer just a "nice-to-have." In today’s world, it’s a must! Let’s face it, people are struggling....
Leslie Speas
Jan 292 min read


Shut Your Mouth and Open Your Ears!
Are you guilty of talking too much and listening too little? You aren't alone, most of us are! We talk, multi-task, and fail to give...
Leslie Speas
Jan 173 min read


Reset Your Leadership to Make 2025 Great!
Simon Sinek said, “Let us all be the leaders we wish we had.” If you think back on leaders you’ve had over your career, chances are,...
Leslie Speas
Jan 23 min read


Unlocking Self-Awareness: The Hidden Superpower
Self-awareness is the foundation of emotional intelligence. It's a superpower that is critical to success at work and in life. So, let's...
Leslie Speas
Dec 25, 20243 min read


Getting the Right People in the Right Seats
In last week’s post , we explored the importance of getting the right people on the bus—bringing the right talent into your organization....
Leslie Speas
Nov 29, 20243 min read


Getting the Right People on the Bus: Building a Strong Team from the Start
Have you ever made a bad hire? If so, you know it can drain time, energy, and morale from your team. And it's also quite expensive!...
Leslie Speas
Nov 28, 20242 min read


Unlock Your Greatest Strategic Advantage: Your People!
While many organizations focus on technology, innovation, and marketing to gain a competitive edge, the most powerful and often...
Leslie Speas
Nov 24, 20242 min read


A BIG Missed Opportunity for Alignment & Accountability
Core values are the principles that guide and drive an organization’s purpose and goals. They should be used as a compass to guide every...
Leslie Speas
Nov 8, 20242 min read


2025 HR Planning: 6 Essential Steps for a Winning Year
Whether you are a business owner, HR professional, or another leader, it is important to consider developing an HR/People Plan to guide...
Leslie Speas
Nov 1, 20242 min read


5 Scary HR Dangers That Impact Every Organization - and How to Deal with Them
Following are 5 people-related dangers that impact every organization with some tips on how to deal with them. 1. Not Realizing the...
Leslie Speas
Oct 25, 20242 min read


Your Secret Weapon for Better Retention and Engagement in 2025
Would you like to have better retention and engagement in 2025? An important way to do this is to budget for employee development. It is...
Leslie Speas
Oct 18, 20242 min read


Understanding and Leveraging Emotional Intelligence as a Superpower
The term emotional intelligence is thrown around a lot. Do you really know what it means? Here’s a definition : It is the ability to...
Leslie Speas
Oct 10, 20242 min read


Top 3 Contributors to People Problems - #3 Toxic Culture
Over the last few weeks, I have shared what I believe are two of the biggest contributors to people problems in organizations: A –...
Leslie Speas
Sep 20, 20243 min read
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