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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

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Psychological 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

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2025 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

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Everything 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

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Everything 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

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Need 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

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How 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

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What 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

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Healthy 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

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Healthy 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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