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The Blueprint for a Thriving Team
Nov 10

Nov 10 The Blueprint for a Thriving Team

Michael Smith
Communication, work

Look for candidates who are hungry, humble, and smart.

What Conversation Are We Really Having? (And Why It Matters)
Oct 28

Oct 28 What Conversation Are We Really Having? (And Why It Matters)

Michael Smith
Leadership, work, Communication

One way to bridge the gap between wasteful and productive meetings is to identify the type of conversation we are having—or need to have—in our meetings.

The Upside of Imposter Syndrome
Sep 16

Sep 16 The Upside of Imposter Syndrome

Michael Smith
Leadership

Feelings of self-doubt are not a sign of weakness.

Leadership Is A Non-Negotiable
Sep 9

Sep 9 Leadership Is A Non-Negotiable

Michael Smith
Leadership, work

Promoting leadership at every level keeps a team engaged and goal-focused.

"You really don't need a supervisor." - FALSE
Aug 27

Aug 27 "You really don't need a supervisor." - FALSE

Michael Smith
Leadership

True leaders should do more than just hold team members accountable for their job expectations.

Running Off Stage
Aug 18

Aug 18 Running Off Stage

Michael Smith
Leadership, Communication

We focus on the things the audience will see—the "onstage" moments.

But what about the moments in between? The "offstage" work?

Great Organizations are Coaching Organizations
Jul 29

Jul 29 Great Organizations are Coaching Organizations

Michael Smith
Leadership

Coaching is not simply another leadership tactic.

Wings To Soar
Feb 2

Feb 2 Wings To Soar

Michael Smith
Leadership

Seeing a team member leave may be a great compliment for the organization.

Identity
Sep 18

Sep 18 Identity

Michael Smith
Life Planning, Spiritual Journey, work

I had the wrong priorities and was finding my identity through the wrong source.

Learn from Failure
Jul 27

Jul 27 Learn from Failure

Michael Smith
Leadership

I started to blame others, but …

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Took a little tour of Durham NC and some of the Duke campus today with @spencerthomassmith When I started running years ago I never thought he would join the running world, but I am glad he did. Such a joy to log a few miles with you son.
These people up consistently week after week on Thursday mornings at 5:30 am to run 5 miles.  #run #running #breakfastclubrun.
Honored to be this man’s son and that I got to be with him today on his 94th birthday. When he was just a teenager he felt called to go into full time ministry and has served faithfully ever since. Today even at 94 he teaches a Sunday class and
It’s a good day when Apple Music randomly chooses your son’s song for you to listen to. @spencerthomassmith
It’s been a good Labor Day weekend.
Big group at the Breakfast Club 256 run today. #running #halfmarathontraining #marathontraining #run256
Excited to get the printed copy of The Scalable Business Framework book in the mail today. I have read the kindle version and have seen these principles lived out at Fast Slow Motion. So proud of our team writing this book, getting the message out of
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