Why People Resist Change

Jun 9, 2025 | Business, Leadership, Performance

It’s Not a Mystery In accounting firms—where structure, predictability, and precision are part of the culture—resistance to change is often interpreted as stubbornness or a lack of buy-in. But resistance isn’t irrational. It’s a natural form of self-protection. When a...

Change—Again?! Seriously?

Jun 2, 2025 | Business, Leadership, Performance

The Frustration Let’s be honest—we’ve all felt the irritation that comes with change. Just when you’ve finally mastered something—figured out all the shortcuts, found the little workarounds that make things run smoothly and efficiently—bam, everything shifts....

A LA CARTE TRAINING: Why It Falls Short

May 26, 2025 | Business, Leadership, Performance

Result of a la carte Senior leaders often ask: Why don’t our senior managers want to become partners? And when some do, they lack critical competencies? A patchy skillset is a major reason why many managers either hesitate to pursue partnership or struggle once they...

The Art of the Intentional No

May 12, 2025 | Business, Leadership, Personal Management

Last week’s Monday Message challenged us to create an ideal workday or week—a blueprint for productivity and balance. But dreaming up this ideal is only half the battle; turning it into reality is where the real work begins. The biggest obstacle? Our tendency to pile...