Introduction Recognition is one of the simplest yet most powerful tools for increasing engagement, but many organizations treat it as an afterthought. When recognition is infrequent, vague, or inconsistent, employees begin to feel undervalued. Over time, this leads to...
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...
How to Standardize One-on-Ones for Better Performance Outcomes
Introduction Many organizations encourage managers to hold one-on-one meetings with their team members, but the quality and consistency of these meetings often vary widely. Some are structured and purposeful. Others are rushed or feel like status updates. Over time,...
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,...
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...
When Managers Grow, Teams Thrive: Investing in Leadership at Every Level
Introduction Managers are the connective tissue of any organization. They translate strategy into action, shape culture on the ground, and directly influence whether employees feel valued, heard, and motivated. Yet many managers are promoted based on past performance,...
Strengthening the Manager-Team Bond: Why Alignment Fuels Performance
Introduction Even the most experienced managers struggle when they don’t truly understand their team members. Misaligned expectations, communication gaps, and unclear priorities can lead to disengagement, reduced output, and ultimately, turnover. Often, managers rely...
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,...
Aligning Strategy with People: How Team Design Fuels Long-Term Success
Introduction Even the best strategies fail when the people behind them are misaligned. Organizations often launch ambitious plans but overlook the most important question—do our teams have the right structure, communication rhythms, and behavioral strengths to bring...
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...








