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From Hero Leader to Coach: Why Great Teams Need Less Leadership and More Collaboration
The definition of an effective leader is evolving. In today’s fast-paced, ever-evolving business landscape, the traditional model of leadership is undergoing a seismic shift. The days of the "hero leader" — the individual who single-handedly drives success, makes all the decisions, and carries the weight of the team on their shoulders — are numbered. Instead, organizations are recognizing the power of collaborative, coach-like leadership that empowers teams to thrive independently. This shift isn’t just a trend; it’s a necessity for building resilient, innovative, and high-performing teams.
R.O.G. Return on Generosity Podcast- Find Your Groove
In this episode of the R.O.G. Return on Generosity Podcast, Groove Management’s Brian Formato joins Shannon Cassidy to discuss leadership, generosity, surfing and finding your groove.
Embracing Thirst and Hunger: How These Drives Fuel Exceptional Leadership
In leadership, thirst and hunger are much more than physical sensations—they're powerful drivers that can push leaders to new heights. When we approach these feelings positively, thirst and hunger become the fuel that ignites passion, persistence, and growth in leadership. Here’s why these feelings are essential and how embracing them can make a difference.
Finding Your Groove: The Leadership Experience Podcast
Groove Management’s Brian Formato recently appeared on The Leadership Experience Podcast with Paul Findlay.
Brian shares his people-focused perspectives on business growth through leadership that focuses on strengths.
Brian discusses the importance of identifying and dissecting success and using it as a model to grow and scale up.
What if You Reframe Your Role from Boss to Coach?
Are you the boss? What exactly does that mean? Does the title boss encourage you to act bossy? Is that a good thing. Would it help to shift that mental model from boss to coach?
Celebrating 10 Years at the Helm of Groove Management
Celebrating 10 years at the helm of Groove Management. My journey to living my dream of running Groove Management as my full time job.
Sharpen Your Carrots
Striking the right balance between praise and punishment with employees is a challenge for most leaders. The term to sharpen your carrots is Groove Management’s way of helping leaders to remember to strike the right balance.
Organizational Swim Lanes and Silos
There is a balance that must be achieved in an organization or else too much structure can turn organizational swim lanes into silos.
12 HR Terms You are Probably Not Familiar with That Can Improve Your Business
12 Human Resources terms that can improve your business results. Let your company’s vocabulary drive your culture and your business intentions.