Mindset Mastery for Your Next Big Game

February 8, 2023By Mike MillerEngagement, Mindset

Once again it’s time for the Big Game (football game that is)! And once again, my favorite team, the Kansas City Chiefs will participate. I will probably lose a few fans (mostly in Cincinnati) by saying this or writing this blog but I’m willing to take the chance when it comes to observing some of … Read More

When the ‘New Normal’ isn’t New Anymore: Four Steps to Stay the Course in 2021

January 18, 2021By Mike MillerEngagement, Future Of Work, General, Leadership, Mindset, Reflection

It’s been close to a year since the US experienced the effects of the first wave of COVID-19 pandemic. After a month or so of lockdowns, stay-at-home orders, work-from-home, and shelter-in place mandates, the phrase, “New Normal,” was everywhere. It was a phrase that frustrated me because it was only half true. Our experiences were ‘new,’ … Read More

Choosing Victory in 2021: Three Ways to Think Differently about Goal Setting

January 6, 2021By Mike MillerConnecting, Engagement, Goals, Leadership, Mindset, Performance

Now that 2020 is in the rearview mirror, how will you define victory in 2021? January is when New Year’s resolutions are made and yet I’ve heard very little about people making resolutions this year. Perhaps it’s because most of us are just looking for a simpler and less complicated 2021 compared to 2020! Then … Read More

Connecting during Social Distancing Part 2: Four Steps to the Next Level

March 30, 2020By Mike MillerConnecting, Engagement, Leadership, Mindset, Strengths, Team Effectiveness

As we continue down the path of social distancing working virtually and further apart from each other physically, the need to connect with each other at another level than just casual conversation or the, “To Do,” list becomes even more relevant. In Part 2, here are FOUR steps to take you conversation and work relationships … Read More

Social Connecting during Social Distancing: Five Ways to Start

March 19, 2020By Mike MillerConnecting, Engagement, Mindset, Strengths, Team Effectiveness

The news changes daily and regular updates modifications of normal.  And yet, in business we need to press on as much as possible.  It takes more than just task orientation to stay connected.  It takes empathy and intentionality to go to another level.  StrengthSmart was designed as a conversation guide around individual strengths but has … Read More

Social Distancing and not Social Disconnection

March 13, 2020By Mike MillerEngagement, Strengths

Meetings are being cancelled, large events put on hold, and the opportunity to personally interact with business colleagues, clients, and coworkers is being interrupted due to COVID-19.  No one expected this.  Everyone is moving to virtual learning, working from home, and the reality of fewer in-person meetings.  The importance of human connection is critical to … Read More

POB for ROI

September 5, 2019By Mike MillerCulture, Engagement, Leadership, Team Effectiveness

The #1 medical diagnosis over the next 5-10 years in the US  will be anxiety and depression.   In one of the most prosperous and free countries in the history of the world, anxiety is growing at a clip to outpace the ability to treat it effectively!  There are a variety of factors that may be … Read More