by jmesser@broadly.com | Aug 18, 2025 | Blog
Former presidential speechwriter James Humes is often quoted as saying, “The art of communication is the language of leadership.” I wholeheartedly agree that effective communication is an art form—and a soft skill that leaders must develop. How ‘Filters’ Shape How We...
by jmesser@broadly.com | Jun 20, 2025 | Blog
When a role seems tailor-made to your strengths and skill set, you have a better chance of success. The jobs that fit like a glove can seem rare, but with a bit of intentional effort and thoughtful evaluation, today’s business leaders can shape their position to find...
by jmesser@broadly.com | Jun 19, 2025 | Blog
Quitting has a bad rap. How often are we told to “keep going” and “never give up?” The catchphrase from the movie Galaxy Quest comes to mind—”Never give up. Never surrender!” Parents often encourage children to continue a sport or activity they do not like and can...
by jmesser@broadly.com | Jun 10, 2025 | Blog
The phrase ‘change is constant’ is a major oxymoron, yet also true. In any successful, long-lived company, there will be moments of instability and employment churn. CEOs and other team leaders retire, and new leadership can be brought in from the outside. While new...
by jmesser@broadly.com | May 13, 2025 | Blog
There’s a saying that “The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place.” In business and life, communication on all levels is a key component to success, but there are so many ways in which communication can go wrong or be...
by jmesser@broadly.com | Apr 22, 2025 | Blog
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), stress is “a state of worry or mental tension caused by a difficult situation. Stress is a natural human response that prompts us to address challenges and threats in our lives.” Unfortunately, stress is all too common...
