Welcome to Momentum Consulting’s fundamental of the week. When we consult and coach our clients they want results. Results that will last. If we just gave tips and techniques to simply put a Band-Aid on issues, we wouldn’t do much for an organization’s culture. There are usually layers and layers […]
“When you blame others, you give up your power to change.” Robert Anthony A basic tenet of our coaching practice at Momentum Consulting is accountability, an essential component of executive leadership training, both with individuals and teams. Those of you familiar with us have surely heard one of us say “…there’s […]
The Pursuit of Conscious Leadership. There are growing movements seen in tech, with designers, and leadership that are making consciousness a welcome “buzzword”. We are in an upswing where people are mindfully using technology, mindfulness practices, meditation, and experiences to not only expand their mind and well-being, but to also […]
“The only way to build trust professionally or personally is by being trustworthy.” -Gerard Arpey, CEO, American Airlines Trust is such a slippery slope when we leave it in the hands of others. When we do that we are setting ourselves up for misinterpretation and potentially a trust meltdown. Luckily, […]
Holding a 10-year-old to account is no easier than doing the same with a mature adult. Both will get slippery near the finish line if enthusiasm wanes or if they can find a loophole. Ergo, being accountable for setting clear expectations in both cases is essential. My son, Gabriel, customarily […]
Conventional wisdom holds that “it’s the effort, not the result, that matters”. While this may be a great concept for parenting, is it realistic for the business world? Picture this: you’re excited about the growth opportunities ahead of your entire team and you have a key position you need to […]
Respond to every situation by looking for how we can do it, rather than explaining why it can’t be done. Take personal responsibility. Be innovative, assertive, and take initiative. What I love most about the fundamentals themselves is their simplicity. If you want people to behave a certain way, you […]
Act like you are an owner in the company. Ownership accountability means holding yourself to account, holding others to account, and the willingness to be held to account. I have a secret. I’ve told myself that if I don’t declare a goal or an action out loud, then it’s not […]
Be reliable and deliver on all your commitments, no matter how small. If a commitment is in jeopardy, notify others immediately and set a new commitment. My dad was usually a quiet, stoic figure. He did love to laugh, play golf with his buddies, and bet on an occasional football […]
The problems that face us day to day at work are small compared to the challenges facing most of the world. Keep your perspective and don’t take things personally or yourself too seriously. Laugh every day with others. The average person will spend 90,000 hours at work, approximately one-third of […]