Category: Teamwork

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

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

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

There’s no question that our ability to communicate effectively is tied to our capacity to lead well. It’s one of the most common concerns team members raise—often phrased as, “We

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

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

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

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

Healthy Habits for High-Performing Leaders Do you remember getting a participation ribbon when you were in elementary school? I do. While I was pretty excited in kindergarten, as the years

Imagine your manager called a staff meeting and said, “Hi everyone. Let’s discuss how we can improve sales outcomes. Here’s what I think we should do: Rearrange the sales territories,