Cathy MeltonFeb 2, 20211 minTraining or Coaching. Which is Better?The term “Coaching” is today’s popular buzz word, and it seems like everyone is wanting a Coach to help achieve greater levels of...
Cathy MeltonNov 10, 20202 minProductivity Series: Are You Zooming In or Zoning OutLet's face it, 2020 needs to end sooner than later. Communicating via Zoom has been a life changer for the Corporate World, but it is...
Cathy MeltonJan 23, 20202 minThe Problem with "Rule-by-Committee" LeadershipThe problem with "Rule-by-Committee" Leadership, is that it rarely works. Imagine having 12 Captains taking the helm of a ship. Imagine...
Cathy MeltonJan 21, 20202 minWhat Would You Do? Once a week, I will treat myself to a well deserved time of solitude to write in my journal. I will either go to a local coffee shop or...
Cathy MeltonJan 14, 20203 minIs Your Job Causing Burn Out?Recognizing the early warning signs of burn out are often missed until it is too late. It begins with a gut sense of knowing something...
Cathy MeltonJan 14, 20201 min10 Identifying Traits of a Negative CultureOne of the most difficult things to do as a business owner, is to take a step back from the daily grind to view your company from...
Cathy MeltonJan 3, 20202 minWhat Would You Do If You Were Not AfraidA very important question, don't you think? What would you do if you were not afraid? I sat down at my computer pondering this very...
Cathy MeltonDec 16, 20191 minBet On Talent, by Dee Ann Turner When I heard Dee Ann Turner had written a book about creating a "remarkable culture", I instantly purchased a copy. (Sorry Kindle...
Cathy MeltonDec 9, 20192 minDo You have a Tolerant (Teachable) or Intolerant Mindset Being "teachable" requires the ability to have an open mind to new ideas. It also involves the ability to have empathy toward others....
Cathy MeltonDec 4, 20193 minHow to Compete and WIN in a Patriarchy EnvironmentLet's first define what a Patriarch Environment is. It's an environment that subscribes to male norms, between men held control in...
Cathy MeltonDec 2, 20192 minYou Said What? Why Presentations Fail.Let's face it, we have all been there. You are conducting a meeting and your presentation goes south. Either the material was boring,...
Cathy MeltonNov 27, 20191 minBe Teachable. You're Not Always RightBe Teachable; you're not always right. What does it mean? How many of us have developed the skill of listening? I mean, truly listening?...
Cathy MeltonNov 3, 20192 minTop 5 Self-Sabotaging Behaviors When conducting current state assessments on Corporate Culture, "red flags" (problems) are quickly identified through confidential...
Cathy MeltonOct 29, 20193 min10 Secrets Your Employees Want You To KnowI have interviewed hundreds of employees while conducting current state assessments on Corporate Culture. I have narrowed down the Top...
Cathy MeltonOct 12, 20192 minThe First Question When Writing A Business Plan One of the most important elements of a Business Plan, is always missed and needs to be the first question answered BEFORE you begin to writ
Cathy MeltonOct 4, 20191 minDo You Have a Successful Employee Onboarding Program? Employers are waiting longer to hire additional staff due to many reasons. Two of them are; 1) company is growing/expanding at a fast...
Cathy MeltonAug 28, 20192 minDay # 12 Engaging & Retaining Employees Motivation, Strategic Plans and the Gate KeeperThe last strategy in our Engaging & Retaining Employees Series, is MOTIVATION and the Gate Keeper. Why is motivation a factor of success...
Cathy MeltonAug 27, 20191 minDay # 11 Engaging and Retaining Employees Progress and FeedbackThe way you communicate will establish the tone within your organization. The "Old School Method" of communication, happens once a year...
Cathy MeltonAug 21, 20191 minDay #10 Engaging & Retaining Employees and Corporate Culture.What is the #1 ingredient in a successful organization? Positive Corporate Culture. What is Positive Corporate Culture? It encompasses...
Cathy MeltonAug 7, 20192 minDay#9 Engaging & Retaining Employees who are Committed to Quality Work Quality standards are established at the Top and the commitment to quality standards must be required for everyone - NO EXCEPTIONS. The...