Leading with Heart: Why Empathy is a 2025 Workplace Superpower
In today’s rapidly evolving workplace, traditional leadership approaches are no longer enough. Employees are looking for leaders who not only drive results but also connect with them on a human level. That’s where empathy comes in—it’s not just a leadership skill; it’s a superpower for 2025 and beyond. Empathy allows leaders to understand, support, and inspire their […]
Why Engagement Matters: Keeping Your Team Invested Beyond the New Year
As the excitement of the new year begins to fade, many organizations face a critical challenge: maintaining employee engagement. It’s easy to start January with energy and enthusiasm, but without intentional leadership, that momentum can fizzle out by February. Employee engagement isn’t just a buzzword; it’s the foundation of a productive and thriving workplace. Engaged […]
2025 Leadership Goals: How to Align Your Team for Maximum Impact
The new year brings an opportunity for leaders to refocus their energy, set ambitious goals, and inspire their teams to achieve greater impact. But let’s be honest—most organizations set goals that look great on paper but fail to translate into meaningful results. Why? Because goals alone don’t drive success—alignment does. Without alignment, even the most […]
Level Up Your Leadership: A Self-Evaluation Guide for Building Stronger Teams Next Year
Leadership is a journey, not a destination. Each year brings new opportunities to grow, learn, and refine your approach. As we prepare for the year ahead, it’s time to take a step back and evaluate how we’ve led our teams. The strongest leaders don’t wait for others to assess their performance—they ask themselves tough questions, […]
From Vision to Action: Creating Effective Goals for Leadership Success in 2025
By Anton Gunn As leaders, the new year brings a chance to reset, refocus, and reimagine what’s possible. 2025 is right around the corner, and with it comes an opportunity to turn vision into action. But creating effective goals isn’t just about writing down aspirations—it’s about crafting a roadmap that inspires, aligns, and empowers your […]
Preparing for Post-Election Changes: What Great Leaders Do to Keep Their Teams Aligned and Motivated
Election seasons bring excitement, anticipation, and sometimes uncertainty. Once the ballots are counted and the results are in, your team may face new policies, shifting priorities, or the uncertainty of what comes next. As a leader, it’s up to you to navigate these changes and keep your team aligned, focused, and motivated. But how do […]
Are You Prepared to Lead Your Team Through Election Results?: 5 Ways to Keep Workplace Culture Positive and Productive
Election season can bring out the best—and sometimes the worst—in the workplace. It’s a time of strong opinions, heated discussions, and emotional reactions. As a leader, you need to be prepared to manage these challenges effectively while maintaining a positive and productive culture. How can you ensure that the tensions of election results don’t disrupt […]
Leading Through Division: How to Maintain a Unified Workplace During a Polarizing Election
Leading Through Division: How to Maintain a Unified Workplace During a Polarizing Election As we approach the 2024 Presidential Election, the workplace can become a microcosm of the national climate. Elections reveal differences in opinions, values, and beliefs that can quickly turn into flashpoints, especially as people feel the stakes have never been higher. In […]
The Retention Playbook : How to Keep Your Best Employees in the Game
As a keynote speaker, I’ve worked with hundreds of organizations across multiple industries, from aerospace to technology. However, one thing remains consistent: the struggle to retain top talent. It’s no secret that employee retention is one of the biggest challenges facing companies today. If you’re a leader, you’ve likely felt this pressure. The question is—how […]
Finding Happiness in Hospitality: Why the Hospitality Industry Is Bleeding Talent—and How to Stop It
As a keynote speaker, I travel a lot. I have spoken at conferences in hundreds of cities in the United States and worldwide. This means I have stayed in hundreds of hotels and eaten at hundreds of restaurants. I have taken hundreds of flights and visited many casinos and theme parks. I have worked with […]
