The OC Equation™: Setting Culture Goals

“And they’re off!” Famous words that begin any race. As a leader, you’re now officially off to the races to meet or exceed your 2015 goals and achieve your overall strategic plan. And, if you’re like most successful leaders, you’ve already been thinking...
$15 an hour: It’s not about the money…

$15 an hour: It’s not about the money…

Since 2012, we’ve seen the rising tide of fast food workers across the country protesting for higher wages. In fact, they’re asking for $15/hour instead of the $8.74 average wage they currently earn. So, what’s an employer to do and why are these employees targeting...
Costco Lives Values & Gives Thanks for Employee Efforts.

Costco Lives Values & Gives Thanks for Employee Efforts.

In our culture of consumerism, it’s often hard to turn down the allure of the all mighty dollar. In recent years, it’s become more acceptable for retail stores to open on Thanksgiving in their race to cash in on the holiday shopping rush. This shift in priorities...
If I Hear “Happy” One More Time…

If I Hear “Happy” One More Time…

Ok, let’s dispel the myth right here, right now – employee happiness does not equal employee engagement and without employee engagement your organization can’t be as successful as it could be. Your organization can give away a lot of “perks” to employees that make...