When it comes to leadership styles, the terms "selfish" and "servant" evoke strong reactions. No one wants to be branded as selfish, and the idea of being labeled a servant might not sound particularly appealing either. However, these labels carry significant weight in describing how leaders influence their teams and…
Gratitude is often seen as a personal virtue, something we practice in our daily lives to foster better relationships and happiness. But what about the workplace? How does practicing gratitude within our teams and professional circles affect productivity, collaboration, and even stress levels? Let’s explore how voicing appreciation, demonstrating gratitude,…
Being a good communicator tops the list of just about every list of leadership qualifications (ours included!) Some people seem to be born with the ability to capture thoughts just right and deliver them in a way that is engaging and clear. And then there are the rest of us,…
The pandemic has reinforced the importance of strong organizational leadership. A learning from this time is that the companies “caving” from the pressure of constant unknowns were the ones that lacked strong leadership. Our Centennial team has had hundreds of conversations with various industry leaders since the pandemic’s start. From…
“If I had a popcorn stand on Courthouse Square, I would have a board.” Clay Mathile, former CEO and owner of The Iams Company. I happen to deeply agree with this statement. We find a significant difference in those organizations we represent that do and do not have a board guiding…
Does your job require you to develop effective teams? Do you feel a little uncomfortable with how to make this happen? This article will provide strategies for building a highly effective team. Keep reading to also find tips about transforming established teams into dream teams. Qualities Found in Effective Teams Do…
A retirement crisis is on the horizon in the United States. Baby boomers are retiring in large numbers creating a leadership void for American businesses. This generation owns 2.34 million small businesses in the United States. They employ more than 25 million people. Stunningly, nearly 60% of these business owners…
Our business partner is meeting a need the Centennial team has seen again and again - the need for resources and support for leaders who want to succeed in relationships, work, community, and life. This article announces the much-anticipated membership launch that is available for a limited time. Talent Magnet…
Leadercast Live is the world’s largest leadership simulcast, broadcast worldwide every year. Thousands of leaders gather together all around the world to view leaders sharing their insight on being a better leader, colleague, and team. Leadercast Live 2019: Leading Healthy Teams, takes place May 10th. Patrick Lencioni, author of The Five…
