Category: Team Development
Stop Trying to “Overcome” Resistance : What Your Team’s Pushback is Actually Trying to Tell You
Author: Julie Chance, Founder of Action Strategies by Design I talk to leaders every day who react to pushback in one of two ways. They either write it off as ’emotional
read morePsychological Safety: The Foundation for Agile and Resilient Teams
Author: Julie Chance, Founder of Action Strategies by Design Most change initiatives don’t fail because of a flawed strategy. More often, they fail because the people side of change is not
read more2025 in Review: A Year of Growth in Building High-Performing Teams
Author: Julie Chance, Founder of Action Strategies by Design As 2025 comes to a close, I’d like to take this opportunity to reflect on the lessons and strategies that shaped our
read moreEverything DiSC® on Catalyst: Motivating Your Team with Everything DiSC® Worksmart for Managers
Author: Julie Chance, Founder of Action-Strategies-By-Design In the video Julie introduces the latest module in the Everything DiSC Worksmart series, aimed at managers on the Catalyst platform. The Worksmart series consists
read moreEverything DiSC® on Catalyst: Using DiSC to Value Diversity
. In this video, Julie explores the Everything DiSC® model as a tool to help teams capitalize on diversity. She discusses how the model aids teams in transitioning from merely
read moreNeed to have a Tough Conversation? How Can We Get Team Members to Engage in Difficult Conversations?
Author: Julie Chance, Founder of Action Strategies by Design Here’s How to Help Your Team Communicate Clearly When Things Get Tense. There’s a well-worn saying that “communication is key”. It’s
read moreHow Can Leaders Help Teams Focus on the Priorities That Matter Most?
Author: Julie Chance, Founder of Action Strategies by Design Summary: Learn why leaders should align their teams around clear priorities by focusing on purpose, vision, and values rather than
read moreWhat Sets The Highest-Performing Teams Apart From The Rest?
As we kick off 2025, I can’t help but think about the incredible transformations I’ve witnessed in teams over the years. It’s great to watch an exceptional team do what
read moreHealthy Habits for High Performing Leaders: Embracing Change as a Leadership Imperative
Change is a constant in the workplace. Yet, no matter how often it happens, leaders and teams struggle to adapt. Effective leadership requires leading by example, demonstrating an openness to
read moreHealthy Habits for High Performing Leaders: Leading Through a New Lens: The Power of Perspective Shifting
Anyone monitoring the political climate these days can agree on one thing: People often seem less willing to listen to others, especially when others’ opinions challenge their own. This tendency
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