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Culture Matters: Now More Than Ever

Shelley SmithJanuary 29, 2019Blog, Executive Coaching, Leadership Development

As we enter a new year, the need for culture optimization is greater than ever.  Organizations face an unprecedented need for strong cultures and increasing demand to deliver results, outcomes,

Small Budget, Big Culture

Shelley SmithAugust 7, 2018Blog, Leadership Development

Regardless of the size of a company, what really matters is obvious: the Bottom Line. Having said that, people are what support a company, drive its progress, and achieve its

Leadership & Delegation

Shelley SmithJuly 16, 2018Blog, Leadership Development

Symbiosis: A relationship in which each is dependent upon the other. Leadership cannot exist without delegation, and vice versa. A leader who refuses to delegate is not leading—he or she

Join the Culture Club

Shelley SmithJuly 6, 2018Blog

You may or may not be familiar with me—my name is Shelley Smith and I am a Culture Curator.  When companies realize they have a systemic issue that needs a

Wheat & Weeds

Shelley SmithJune 27, 2018Blog

I know what you’re thinking, but this is an article about productivity in the workplace. The title is inspired by a parable from the Bible, Matthew 13: 24-30: “While everyone

Talent & Economy

Shelley SmithJune 19, 2018Blog, Leadership Development

It’s no secret that our environment directly affects our mood, so it stands to reason that our economy directly affects our perspective. As the economy shifts, so do our moods

4 Steps to Measure and Curate Your Company Culture

Shelley SmithMay 14, 2018Blog, Workplace Culture

Don’t Administer Another Employee Survey Until You Read This To truly measure your company culture and get to the truth behind what isn’t said or measured via an employee survey,

The Intersection of Profit and Culture: A Field Guide for Small Business

Shelley SmithApril 11, 2018Blog, Executive Coaching, home post, Leadership Development

Human Capital And Your Bottom Line When we talk about Human Capital we have to also talk about the needs of a company’s culture, their mission, their vision and their

Winning the War on Company Culture

Shelley SmithApril 4, 2018Blog, Leadership Development

Have you ever wondered what it would look like when you begin to win the “war” on your company’s workplace culture? Below are 11 signs plus a bonus. See how

Your Permission Letter That Will Lead to More Profit

Shelley SmithMarch 12, 2018Blog, Executive Coaching, home post, Leadership Development, Workplace Culture

Dear owner, manager, the board of directors, As we both know, culture is no longer an HR priority; it’s a business priority. Companies are using culture as a competitive advantage