“If you can’t control your emotions, how can you control anything?” -Jocko Willink  Emotions are Human Nature  I grabbed the left handle of my ATV and angrily and aggressively hauled myself onto the seat. After starting it and shifting into reverse, I backed out of the garage with reckless abandon,

Emotional control is a critical skill for effective leadership. The ability to manage one’s emotions and respond appropriately under pressure enhances personal well-being and sets a powerful example for others. To do this effectively, you must understand your triggers, learn to detach, and find your own unique methods for staying

In today’s all-gas no brakes work world, figuring out when and how to say “no” to extra tasks is a key leadership skill. Echelon Front has some solid tips on how to set boundaries without hurting your professional relationships or missing out on growth opportunities. Assess the Request When a

The word “overcoming” suggests there’s an obstacle to face. We all face challenges, to varying degrees, and sometimes it feels like the obstacles are unique to me. But as an Echelon Front instructor, I’ve learned that our challenges, though different in details, are fundamentally the same. All our problems are

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How do you set boundaries? “When to say yes and how to say no” is a question we often hear, especially from people who are burnt out and feel they are doing everything for everyone. They want to learn how to say no, and how to set boundaries. However, this

It is essential for leaders to understand the role culture plays in the effectiveness and success of the organization. The behaviors and attitudes expressed by employees towards their work, each other, leadership, and customers are all indicators of workplace culture. The better the relationships, the more effective the communication, the

Workplace culture is a summation of its employees, industry, values, mission, and so many other factors. And when that culture is toxic, it can feel like a shadow that hangs over everyone in the organization, constantly stealing oxygen from everything until it suffocates the business. This can seem like an

The Marine Corps culture is well documented. The culture is strong; the culture is intense, and the culture sets the standard of what it takes every day to serve and survive in the Marines. Every military branch, every company, and every team has a culture; some are great, some are

Learn how to balance leadership and management skills to become a more effective leader. Since its publication in 2015, the book Extreme Ownership: How U.S. Navy SEALs Lead and Win has reached millions of readers and listeners and changed the way they think about leadership. But the title can be

Communication is a crucial and necessary skill of leadership. Like leadership, when it comes to knowing what are the barriers of communication, there are only are only two measures that matter: effective and ineffective.  How can this be measured? Your communication is effective when the people you are trying to

“Who sets the culture of a team? The leaders. Who are the leaders? You are.” -Jocko Willink  How to Influence Workplace Culture in Five Steps   According to some studies, the average person will spend roughly a third of their life at work. And that is just time spent at

Culture isn’t just a buzzword thrown around in boardrooms—it’s the backbone of any thriving organization. Over the long haul, a strong culture isn’t just desirable; it’s essential for attracting and retaining top talent, fostering a growth mindset, and driving innovation. A robust culture empowers every team member, making them feel

Alignment: The Cornerstone of Organizational Culture Recently, I was asked, “How should a business balance culture and results?” I found the question interesting because it implies that culture and performance are at odds with each other and therefore need to be balanced. The answer, however, doesn’t lie in balance, it

Accountability is not merely a buzzword but a fundamental principle that drives performance and results. During my military career and as COO of a successful construction technology company, I witnessed firsthand the transformative power of a culture rooted in accountability.   Too often, companies and leaders who desire to establish a

At some point in our lives, we all find ourselves in challenging times, when things seem all but lost. 20years ago, I found myself in one of those moments where I was being dragged upside down underwater,suspended from a moving ship on the Pacific Ocean. In a split second, I

Leadership Development For Growth And Value Creation In the dynamic world of entrepreneurship, company founders and early-stage CEO’s quickly find themselves at a pivotal leadership crossroads. Launching a company is a monumental achievement fueled by a commitment to a specific technology, product, service, or capability. However, transitioning from the early

Every employee should be well-informed about how a business’s corporate culture affects employee satisfaction. The culture at every organization has a considerable impact on employee happiness as well as the overall success of the organization. A company’s corporate culture is the set of shared mission, vision, and values that make

What is Workplace Culture: Understanding Organizational Dynamics’ Fundamental People often wonder what culture in the workplace is and what it means. A workplace’s identity, values, and operational dynamics are shaped by its culture. It comprises all of the same behaviors, attitudes, convictions, and cultural norms that workers in an organization

INTRODUCTION In the competitive arena of business, where teams and individuals must choose daily what to prioritize and what actions to take, success hinges not only on strategic planning and execution but also on the powerful force of organizational culture. Culture, comprising the norms, behaviors, mindsets, attitudes, and relationships within

As parents, we strive to equip our children with the tools necessary to navigate life’s challenges and thrive in a complex world. Among the myriad of lessons we impart, fostering the mindset of Extreme Ownership stands as the ultimate GIFT. This mindset isn’t solely reserved for the corporate world; it’s