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Motivational Tips
The night before I was set to deliver a keynote for the Indiana Bankers Association, I walked into that ballroom alone. Man, I wish I had not done that. The room was massive. Round tables everywhere, draped in white linen. A big stage. Spotlights. A podium that looked...
Most leaders have the best intentions for their teams. They want team members who are innovative, creative, and willing to take risks. They want a culture where people speak up, share ideas, and push boundaries. That is all good. But here is the paradox: What if the...
Here’s the truth: learning how to lead through change and uncertainty is one of the hardest challenges any leader faces. It requires resilience and the right mindset. But here’s what most leadership experts won’t tell you: This is not something you...
An open door policy sounds good on paper. Most leaders say they have one. Employees hear it during onboarding and see it in the handbook. Then real life starts, and the door quietly closes. I see this all the time working with leaders. They genuinely mean well. They...
How to address poor performance is a question many managers are constantly asking. Because on every team, there's often a poor performer. I bet there's one on your team right now. You know it. Your team knows it. But you are probably hesitant to tackle the problem....
You spent months recruiting. You made the offer. They accepted. Everyone celebrated. Then they walked through the door and found an empty desk, no computer login, and maybe a manager too busy to say hello. As you might know, the first 90 days determine whether someone...
Most managers wait until employees are already exhausted, disengaged, or walking out the door before they address burnout. By then, it's too late. You're treating symptoms, not causes. I developed a theory I call "The Theory of Anticipation" that applies to business...
Most people spend their lives reacting. That's because they have not mastered "The Theory of Anticipation" yet. They wait for the customer to complain before they fix the service. They wait for the employee to quit before they ask what is wrong. Even in their own...
When your team faces challenges, you need more than generic inspiration. You need someone who understands what it takes to turn setbacks into success. Rene Godefroy is a motivational speaker in Atlanta, GA who has spent over 20 years helping Fortune 500 companies,...
Here’s what nobody tells you about career advancement strategies. You’re staring at an impossible deadline. Your team is underwater. Resources got cut. Again. And your boss just added three more deliverables to your plate. Most people see this and think:...