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Wrapping up my Friday by cracking open #Relentless, which was written by our new CHRO, Rich Thompson. Already learning some great lessons in the first couple of chapters. Fun read. Very relatable. Looking forward to seeing what’s next! #courage #vulnerability #Authenticity

Heading into Q3 with clarity and purpose! 🎯 🌟 Regrouping and refining our goals, and effectively communicating them through clear themes, sets the stage for a productive and successful quarter ahead. As the book mentions, 'Choosing a mantra, a theme, or a tagline for your team can be a powerful communication tool. Whether it’s for a season or quarter (Finish strong!) or for a transitional period for the company (Two Brands, One Team), your theme can give the whole company a way to feel more united and committed.' If you don't have a theme yet, brainstorm some ideas that you believe could be beneficial, and feel free to share your thoughts in the comments! You can get a copy using this link: https://a.co/d/0aMiXFuL #Q3Goals #TeamAlignment #StrategicPlanning #RelentlessResolution

Businesses are increasingly recognizing the importance of fostering a motivated and engaged workforce. Beyond traditional incentives and perks, organizations may turn to a powerful tool: internal themes. These themes often align with company values, mission, and goals, creating a cohesive culture that resonates with employees. Have you ever had a theme at your workplace or within a team? We’d love to hear about it! Share your experiences in the comments below! Read Our Blog: https://lnkd.in/edqp7rxP #Relentless #RelentlessResolution #InternalThemes

Grateful to be in Austin sharing my story with the Indeed Flex leadership team. Great group doing really cool things. “Being a CHAMPION leader is the RELENTLESS pursuit of what matters - Courage, Connection, Communication, Coaching, and Consistency.” James Terry Stacey Lane, CSP #RelentlessLeadership #leadership #coaching #courage #winning #cultureandpeople

Incredible day with Staffmark and their amazing leadership team. Talking all things leadership! Grateful for their continued partnership. “Being a CHAMPION leader is the RELENTLESS pursuit of what matters - Courage, Connection, Communication, Coaching, and Consistency!” #Relentless #Leadership Stacey Lane, CSP Brent Rodgers John Koberg Sally Lynch Barbara Simmer, CSP Nina Franco Suzanne Perry, PHR, CSP/MBA Tom Simeur, CSP Liza Palermo Tom Schmidt Kristen Wiesman XPG Recruit

Today our Staffmark Group Senior Leadership Team was fortunate enough to have Rich Thompson from XPG Recruit join us to give us an inspiring leadership message from the lessons of his book, Relentless. As a former athlete myself, I am so excited to continue to read and learn about the 5 C’s of relentless leadership using the lessons of sports. Now you’re speaking my language! Check out the book, Rich is one of the best in the business!

I had an opportunity this week to catch up with a former boss of mine, Rich Thompson. Since working together, he's gone on to start a successful company (XPG Recruit) and has published a book about leadership - weaving together his lessons on the topic from playing D1 football in college, to the NFL, to leading HR for a global F500. Not only was it fun reading the stories and antidotes from events I was personally involved in, the book is full of practical (and entertaining!) advice for leaders, regardless of tenure. My 3 big takeaways: 1. 𝗕𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁: Rich's book emphasizes that success requires relentless dedication and persistence. There will be challenges and obstacles, but it's the ability to keep going, no matter what, that distinguishes great leaders. Leaders need to set their goals, create a plan on how to achieve them and then pursue them relentlessly. It's a test of willpower, determination, and resilience. (Leadership is NOT a spectator sport!) 2. 𝗘𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘃𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: The book talks extensively about the importance of adaptability in leadership. In a world that's constantly changing, leaders need to be flexible and evolve with the situation. This involves being proactive in learning new information, understanding the latest trends, and being open to innovative ideas. It's about being a life-long learner and staying relevant in an ever-changing world. 3. 𝗩𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺: Throughout the book, Rich emphasizes the need to value and respect the team you're leading. This means being able to connect with them, understand their strengths and weaknesses, and promote a culture of trust and respect. Leaders need to inspire their team members, listen to their ideas and involve them in decision-making processes. Afterall, successful leadership is about building a team where everyone feels valued and empowered. Relentless: Leading Through Performance, Relationships, and the Lessons of Sports is a great read. Thanks Rich Thompson and Ann Schulz for creating a great and entertaining guide-book for leaders at all levels. (And bonus for those of you (like me!) who appreciate practical how-to guides, they've included brief "workshop guides" at the end of each chapter walking you through how to execute each lesson with your own team....score!) #relentless #leadershipdevelopment #xpg

Lots of great pieces from Relentless in this blog!

Grateful for the opportunity to talk about my book, Relentless. Such an incredible group of authentic and curious leaders like Kim W. (Thank you for the note)! Soliant

If you want to learn how to build trust in your team and how to build a team that has the talent you need now and the potential you’ll need later, look no further than Relentness written by my friends Rich Thompson and Ann Schulz. This is a fantastic read filled with practical tools and strategies for effective leadership.