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AGENDA Here’s what to expect this month: Welcome and breathing exercise Personal and professional check-in Facilitator Session: Paul Spiegelman Objectives: Experience a real-time think tank to solve current business or leadership challenges Work together to come up with solutions and share systems and processes Walk away with practical solutions to apply to your leadership or […]
PRE-WORK This will take about 10 minutes to complete: Read “My Questions to My Staff at Work Are Backfiring — What Do I Do?” by Chris Hutchinson (3 minutes) Read “6 Ways Top Leaders Navigate Difficult Employee Situations” (5 minutes) REFLECTIVE QUESTION When submitting your challenge for the Think Tank, reflect on your current […]
AGENDA Here’s what to expect this month: Welcome and breathing exercise Personal and professional check-in Facilitator Session: Paul Spiegelman Objectives: Experience a real-time think tank to solve current business or leadership challenges Work together to come up with solutions and share systems and processes Walk away with practical solutions to apply to your leadership or […]
PRE-WORK This will take about 10 minutes to complete: Read “My Questions to My Staff at Work Are Backfiring — What Do I Do?” by Chris Hutchinson (3 minutes) Read “6 Ways Top Leaders Navigate Difficult Employee Situations” (5 minutes) REFLECTIVE QUESTION When submitting your challenge for the Think Tank, reflect on your current […]
RECORDING NOTES Click here to view notes from this month’s call. It was great to see you all!
HOMEWORK What’s the next step for your organization? Create a document with your notes and answers to the questions below. You’ll upload this document at the end of the assignment. Step 1: Pick the area where your organization has the most opportunity to improve: Financial literacy training Financial transparency Employee ownership Here are a […]
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES We pulled together some resources to help dive deeper into the topics of financial transparency and building a culture of ownership: Resources from Matt Hoying and Choice One: Presentation from this Month’s Session Choice One’s PBRB (profit before bonus payout) Set-Up Choice One’s Shareholder Infographic Choice One’s Improvement Through Transparency presentation Other […]
RECORDING NOTES Click here to view notes from the call. It was great to see you all!
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES We pulled together some resources to help dive deeper into the topics of financial transparency and building a culture of ownership: Resources from Matt Hoying and Choice One: Presentation from this Month’s Session Choice One’s PBRB (profit before bonus payout) Set-Up Choice One’s Shareholder Infographic Choice One’s Improvement Through Transparency presentation Other […]
Welcome to the Small Giants Community We identify, connect, and develop purpose-driven leaders. If you’re new and want to learn more, keep reading!If you are already familiar with the Community and are ready to join, click here! Join the Community! We’re always striving for the ideal in purpose-driven business The Small Giants Community is a […]
More meaningful mentorship The Sounding Board is a mentorship program that pairs you with a tenured Small Giant leader to help you through challenges, navigate workplace relationships, offer guidance, share wisdom, and simply listen. A more meaningful mentorship program The Sounding Board is a mentorship program that pairs you with a tenured Small Giant leader […]
In times of change, the most effective leaders are those who create positivity and psychological safety for their team members. Watch the recording of this virtual workshop with Zach Mercurio, Ph.D., to learn how to identify and focus on the three most important aspects of change leadership: the purposeful, the positive, and the possible and […]
RECORDING NOTES Click here to view notes from the virtual meetup. It was great to see you all!
RECORDING NOTES Click here to view notes from the virtual meetup. It was great to see you all!
One of the best ways to instill your company’s values into its culture is to reward employees when they act in alignment with your company’s values. In the strongest company cultures, core values aren’t just words on the wall — they’re the steadfast principles that guide everything from strategy to hiring and customer service. Employees […]
AGENDA Here’s what to expect this month: Breathing exercise Personal and professional check-in (20 minutes) Facilitator Session: Matt Hoying 1.5 hours — 1 hour facilitator content, 30 minutes of breakouts Q&A with Matt Wrap up (5 minutes) Once you click “mark complete,” you’re all ready for this month’s call!
PRE-WORK This will take about 30-35 minutes to complete. Read “Why Financial Transparency Matters to Small Giants” (5 minutes) Read “A Small Giants Approach to Financial Literacy” (15-20 minutes) Watch “The Great Game of Business: #SharonTheDream” (2 minutes) Complete ChoiceOne’s Financial Literacy Assessment (5 minutes) REFLECTIVE QUESTION Now that you’ve learned more about financial […]
RECORDING NOTES Click here to view notes from today’s call. It was great to see you all!
Get calm and present with this virtual guided meditation session led by Small Giants leader Rob Dubé. In this session, Rob leads the group through a 10-minute guided meditation and helps us all examine six simple habits to help us thrive in uncertain times.
When teams have trust and psychological safety, they take the kind of social risks that transform organizations. Especially in times of crisis, it’s important to know how to forge meaningful connections with your team members and offer the trust and support they need. Forbes calls Chad Littlefield, co-founder and Chief Experience Officer of We and […]
HOMEWORK Please take this time to focus on caring for yourself, your families, and your team members. A few reminders: New buddy assignments are coming your way soon — you’ll connect with your new buddy in April. Paul is available for one-on-one coaching sessions to discuss any business or leadership challenges you may be […]
RECORDING NOTES Click here to view the presentation, notes, and resources mentioned during the call. It was great to see you all!
HOMEWORK Please take this time to focus on caring for yourself, your families, and your team members. A few reminders: New buddy assignments are coming your way soon — you’ll connect with your new buddy in April. Paul is available for one-on-one coaching sessions to discuss any business or leadership challenges you may be […]
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES We pulled together some resources to help purpose-driven leaders navigate these unprecedented times including: Leading in a time of crisis Managing a virtual team Mental health resources Resources for business owners Other ways to connect and learn Click here to view crisis resources for Small Giants leaders.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES We pulled together some resources to help purpose-driven leaders navigate these unprecedented times including: Leading in a time of crisis Managing a virtual team Mental health resources Resources for business owners Other ways to connect and learn Click here to view crisis resources for Small Giants leaders.
HOMEWORK This month’s homework is happening live on our call! After all leaders present, we’ll break out into pairs with your new buddy. We’ll provide questions to facilitate a half-hour conversation that dives deeper into the topics we discussed today. Optional Post-work: We’ll be emailing you the goals you shared with us at the […]
HOMEWORK This month’s homework is happening live on our call! After all leaders present, we’ll break out into pairs with your new buddy. We’ll provide questions to facilitate a half-hour conversation that dives deeper into the topics we discussed today. Optional Post-work: We’ll be emailing you the goals you shared with us at the […]
PRE-WORK This will take about 15 minutes to complete Watch “Turning Employee Investment into Institutional Success” (4 minutes) Read “Taking Fear Out of the Workplace” by Jack Stack (5 minutes) Watch “Bring Yourself to Work: How Embracing Individuality Builds Trust & Drives Results at New Belgium” (5 minutes) REFLECTIVE QUESTION We’re all facing unique challenges […]
AGENDA Here’s what to expect on this month’s video call: Breathing exercise Personal and professional check-in + question Facilitator Session: Paul Spiegelman Getting through this difficult time Sharing out of challenges Offering support and ideas Wrap up – lightning round of takeaways or next steps Once you click “mark complete,” you’re all ready for this […]
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, teams across the country suddenly find themselves in virtual work situations. This can pose a challenge to culture-focused companies that want to care for their employees. The good news: the principles of a positive culture translate to sustainable virtual environments, too — and they offer exciting new ways to […]
Learn how to create an employee onboarding program that sets new team members up for success and ensures you retain top talent. From the first handshake to the six-month mark, onboarding is an involved, dynamic process that demands time, attention, and resources. In this workshop led by Connor Lynch of Rescue Agency, attendees learned how […]
RECORDING NOTES Click here to view the presentation, notes, and resources mentioned during the call. It was great to see you all!
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES Up for some extracurricular learning? Feel free to peruse these supplemental resources. Don’t worry, these are all optional. Articles Are You an Employer or a Developer? 4 Unique Performance Review Practices Videos: How to Recognize Employees for Free From Me to We: Creating A Culture of Leaders Intentional Energy and Leadership
HOMEWORK Now it’s time to implement some of what you’ve learned. Download Dale’s Presentation Step 1: Now that you’ve learned the nuts and bolts of developing future leaders, spend 30 minutes outlining a leadership development program for your organization or team. As you work, create a document with your notes and the outline of […]
RECORDING NOTES Click here to view the presentation, notes, and resources mentioned during the call. It was great to see you all!
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES Up for some extracurricular learning? Feel free to peruse these supplemental resources. Don’t worry, these are all optional. Articles Are You an Employer or a Developer? 4 Unique Performance Review Practices Videos: How to Recognize Employees for Free From Me to We: Creating A Culture of Leaders Intentional Energy and Leadership
Let’s get virtual Do you identify with purpose-driven leadership, but you’re not sure how to implement it in your business? These workshops and roundtables teach the nitty-gritty practices that make enduring, purpose-driven companies. What to expect Join the Small Giants Community in our virtual events where you will hear from experts on the subject at […]
AGENDA Here’s what to expect on this month’s video call: Breathing exercise or inclusive question Personal and professional check-in Breakout 1: Reflection chat Report out on reflection exercise from pre-work Facilitator Session: Dale Thrush Training and development: Developing future leaders Leadership development at all levels of the organization Systems and tools for training and development […]
PRE-WORK This will take about 35 minutes to complete. Read “The Small Giants Approach to Training & Development,” pages 13 – 31 (15 minutes) Read “4 Unique Performance Review Practices” (5-10 minutes) Watch “How to Do Recognition Right — And for Free” (4:45 – 12:46) Read “Are Your Next-Generation Leaders Prepared to Lead?” (5 minutes) […]
RECORDING NOTES Click here to view the presentation, notes, and resources mentioned during the call. It was great to see you all!
HOMEWORK Now it’s time to implement some of what you’ve learned. Step 1: Now that you’ve learned the framework for hiring, firing, and onboarding with purpose, choose one aspect you need to focus on the most, outline a plan to improve it, and discuss your plan with your buddy. As you work, create a […]
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES Up for some extracurricular learning? Feel free to peruse these supplemental resources. Don’t worry, these are all optional. Articles: How We Hire With Fit in Mind Screening for Values: How to Hire for Culture Fit 4 Reasons You Should Help Employees Leave Gracefully Do Your Employees Know What Gets Them Fired? 5 […]
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES Up for some extracurricular learning? Feel free to peruse these supplemental resources. Don’t worry, these are all optional. Articles: 3 Things You Should Avoid Doing When Giving Feedback to Employees Are Your Next-Generation Leaders Prepared to Lead? 5 Simple Steps for Building an Internal Mentorship Program Ebook The Small Giants Approach to […]
HOMEWORK Now it’s time to implement some of what you’ve learned. Step 1: Now that you’ve learned the framework for hiring, firing, and onboarding with purpose, choose one aspect you need to focus on the most, outline a plan to improve it, and discuss your plan with your buddy. As you work, create a […]
PRE-WORK This assignment will take some time to complete — please start early! Part 1: Read HBR’s What’s Your Story? (7 minutes) Part 2: Video Calls with Your Inner Circle Make a list of 3-5 people in your life that you love and respect, personally or professionally. Between now and our virtual meet-up in […]
RECORDING NOTES Click here to view the presentation, notes, and resources mentioned during the call. It was great to see you all!
PRE-WORK This assignment will take some time to complete — please start early! Part 1: Read HBR’s What’s Your Story? (7 minutes) Part 2: Video Calls with Your Inner Circle Make a list of 3-5 people in your life that you love and respect, personally or professionally. Between now and our virtual meet-up in […]
AGENDA Here’s what to expect on this month’s video call: Breathing exercise Personal and professional check-in Breakout 1: Reflection chat Report out on reflection exercise from pre-work Facilitator Session: Emily Tetto Know your culture Write better job descriptions How to use interview scorecards Creating onboarding buckets Making mindful transitions Breakout 2: Prompted by facilitator Wrap […]
PRE-WORK This will take about 35 minutes to complete. Read “10 Strategies for How We Hire with Fit in Mind” by Paul Spiegelman (5 minutes) Read “The Small Giants Approach to Training and Development” ebook, Part 1: How to Create a Culture of Learning, pages 5 – 12 (15 minutes) Watch “It’s Time to End […]
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RECORDING NOTES Click here to view the presentation, notes, and resources mentioned during the call. It was great to see you all!
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES Up for some extracurricular learning? Feel free to peruse these supplemental resources. Don’t worry, these are all optional. Videos: Presence & Impact: Setting the Tone Articles: Ethics & Emotional Intelligence Ebooks and Books: The Small Giants Approach to Leadership Statements of Leadership
RECORDING NOTES Click here to view the presentation, notes, and resources mentioned during the call. It was great to see you all!
HOMEWORK Now it’s time to implement some of what you’ve learned. Step 1: Consider some of the top traits of influential leaders who inspire others. How would you honestly rate yourself for each characteristic? Assign yourself a score for each of these traits and create a plan for building your skills in your lowest […]
HOMEWORK Now it’s time to implement some of what you’ve learned. Step 1: Consider some of the top traits of influential leaders who inspire others. How would you honestly rate yourself for each characteristic? Assign yourself a score for each of these traits and create a plan for building your skills in your lowest […]
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES Up for some extracurricular learning? Feel free to peruse these supplemental resources. Don’t worry, these are all optional. Videos: Presence & Impact: Setting the Tone Articles: Ethics & Emotional Intelligence Ebooks and Books: The Small Giants Approach to Leadership Statements of Leadership
AGENDA Here’s what to expect on this month’s video call: Breathing exercise Personal and professional check-in Breakout 1: Reflection chat Report out on reflection exercise from pre-work Facilitator Session: Raman Chadha The building blocks of emotional intelligence Simple strategies to build skills in: Self-awareness Self-management Social awareness Relationship management Breakout 2: prompted by facilitator Wrap […]
AGENDA Here’s what to expect on this month’s video call: Breathing exercise Personal and professional check-in Breakout 1: Reflection chat Report out on reflection exercise from pre-work Facilitator Session: Raman Chadha The building blocks of emotional intelligence Simple strategies to build skills in: Self-awareness Self-management Social awareness Relationship management Breakout 2: prompted by facilitator Wrap […]
PRE-WORK This will take about 20 minutes to complete. Read “How Emotional Intelligence Became a Key Leadership Skill” by Andrea Ovans (5 minutes) Read “The Junto Emotion Wheel: Why and How We Use It” by Raman Chadha (5 minutes) Watch “Emotional Intelligence at Work: Why IQ Isn’t Everything” (5 minutes) Read “10 Things Authentic Leaders […]
PRE-WORK This will take about 20 minutes to complete. Read “How Emotional Intelligence Became a Key Leadership Skill” by Andrea Ovans (5 minutes) Read “The Junto Emotion Wheel: Why and How We Use It” by Raman Chadha (5 minutes) Watch “Emotional Intelligence at Work: Why IQ Isn’t Everything” (5 minutes) Read “10 Things Authentic Leaders […]
RECORDING NOTES Click here to view the presentation and notes from the call. It was great to see you all!
HOMEWORK Now it’s time to implement some of what you’ve learned. Step 1: Create an action plan based on your feedback to become a more effective leader in one or two areas. Use the action plan template we have provided to document your plan: Google Doc |Word Doc |PDF Step 2: Share your plan with […]