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Why Managers Need a Leadership Rhythm

Introduction Most managers know what good leadership requires. They know they should communicate priorities, hold meaningful one-on-ones, recognize good work, provide feedback, support employee development, monitor progress, and address problems before they grow. The...

Work Rhythms That Support Energy, Focus, and Follow-Through

Introduction Productivity is often treated like a time management issue. Leaders ask people to prioritize better, plan better, communicate better, and get more done within the same workday. Teams add tools, meetings, reminders, dashboards, and deadlines. Employees try...

Understanding Perception Bias in the Workplace

Introduction Even the most well-intentioned leaders and teams are influenced by perception bias. These unconscious filters affect how we interpret behaviors, evaluate performance, and make decisions about others. When bias is left unaddressed, it leads to unfair...

Self-Compassion That Sustains Leadership

Introduction Leadership can quietly train people to be hard on themselves. Leaders are expected to stay composed, solve problems, support others, make decisions, manage conflict, communicate clearly, and keep moving even when the work is complex. Many leaders carry...

Conflict Conversations That Protect Trust and Progress

Introduction Conflict is often treated as something to avoid. A disagreement shows up in a meeting, and people move past it quickly. A team member feels frustrated, but waits for the feeling to fade. Two departments experience tension, but no one names the pattern...

Role Clarity That Strengthens Ownership

Introduction A team can have talented people, strong intentions, and a meaningful strategy, yet still struggle because ownership is unclear. Work gets delayed because people are not sure who is responsible. Two people complete similar tasks without realizing they are...

¿Tus uno-a-uno dejan a tus empleados diciendo UAU?

Introducción Un uno-a-uno puede ocupar treinta minutos en el calendario y aun así generar muy poco valor. El líder pregunta cómo van las cosas. El colaborador comparte algunas actualizaciones. Se revisan tareas pendientes. Surge algún problema. Ambos regresan al...

Engagement Check-Ins That Turn Listening Into Action

Introduction Employee engagement is often discussed after something has already gone wrong. A valued employee resigns. A team becomes quiet in meetings. Managers notice lower energy, slower follow-through, or more frustration. A survey reveals concerns that people...

Decisions That Move Work Forward

Introduction Few things slow a team down more than unclear decisions. A conversation happens. People discuss options. A direction seems to emerge. Everyone leaves the meeting thinking progress was made. Then the confusion begins. One person thought the decision was...
Creating a Feedback-Rich Culture with the TRUST Framework

Creating a Feedback-Rich Culture with the TRUST Framework

Introduction Most organizations recognize the importance of feedback, but many still struggle to make it a consistent part of their culture. Some employees receive feedback only during performance reviews, while others experience feedback that feels vague, overly...

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Designing a Year of Growth Using Behavioral Science

Designing a Year of Growth Using Behavioral Science

Introduction Many professionals have strong intentions to grow but lack a clear roadmap. They begin the year with goals to improve their leadership, increase productivity, or strengthen relationships with their teams. Yet, without a structured plan or relevant tools,...

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Supporting Federal Leaders Through ACT-IAC Learning

Supporting Federal Leaders Through ACT-IAC Learning

We’re Honored to Be a Learning Provider for the American Council for Technology and Industry Advisory Council (ACT-IAC) We’re excited to share that SOAR Community Network is now an official learning provider in the ACT-IAC Learning Library—a trusted resource designed...

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Why Culture Isn’t HR’s Job Alone

Why Culture Isn’t HR’s Job Alone

Introduction Many organizations view culture as the sole responsibility of Human Resources. While HR plays a critical role, expecting one department to own and sustain the entire culture effort creates an unbalanced system. This often leads to scattered initiatives,...

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Integrating Social Impact Into Your Team Culture

Integrating Social Impact Into Your Team Culture

Introduction Many organizations express a desire to "do good" in the world, but struggle to translate that intention into meaningful, consistent action. Employees may hear about a company’s values, but not experience them in their day-to-day work. This disconnect can...

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Books

The following is a list of books authored or co-authored by our CEO Mali Phonpadith.

A Million Fireflies

In her book, A Million Fireflies, internationally award-winning poet Mali Phonpadith takes us on a journey of love and loss, incorporating both poetry and real life stories to give voice to the true language of a heart that has seen much, felt deeply and survived to shine.

Born To Be Me

These 19 women take you on their journeys of self discovery as they unveil their emotional and inspirational life stories. They share their deepest thoughts, fears and experiences as they learn about themselves through overcoming the obstacles and tests life has thrown at them.

The Balancing Act

The Balancing Act is an intimate account of 12 Women as they share their experiences, challenges, decisions and ongoing transformation as they face obstacles and achieve successes. These Women’s stories will take you on a guided journey through The Balancing Act.

Namaslay

Namaslay is a compilation of twelve heart-centered entrepreneurs who will enlighten you on how they manifested and slayed their dreams. They have transformed their lives by owning who they are, claiming their power and built a rich life of passion and soul purpose in both their personal and business lives.

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