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SKOR High-Performance Insights
Discover the SKOR Blog – your source for expert insights on workplace culture, leadership, and high-performance teams. Get actionable strategies, real-world examples, and thought-provoking perspectives to help you create a thriving organization. Stay ahead with the latest trends and best practices in culture and leadership!
Recent Articles
Why Zappos Got Culture ROI Wrong—and How We Can Get It Right
Zappos is celebrated not only for its legendary customer service but for how it built an extraordinary culture that fueled its success....
Dec 2, 20242 min read
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The Amplification of Culture: A Leadership Imperative
Last week, I attended CultureCon , an awesome event centered around organizational culture, and one particular slide from Eric Hutcherson...
Nov 18, 20242 min read
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The Courage to Lead
In today’s workplace, courage is one of the most powerful traits a leader can embody. At SKOR, courage is more than just taking bold...
Oct 25, 20242 min read
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The Hidden Risk: Why CEOs Fear Investing in Culture and People
86% of leaders believe culture is vital, only 12% of companies take meaningful steps to improve it. Here are 3 tips to moving things along
Oct 14, 20242 min read
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The Symphony of Leadership: How Teams Resemble Orchestras
A great leader is much like a conductor in an orchestra. At a recent event by The Music Paradigm , the connection between orchestras and...
Sep 24, 20242 min read
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Hired a new Exec? How much time do you give them?
When hiring an executive, it’s crucial to remember that 90 days is plenty of time to know whether they’ll thrive or struggle in your...
Sep 19, 20242 min read
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Think Big, Start Small, Go Fast
Here are some key insights from SKOR CEO, Eddie Geller, after attending CultureCon… I was at CultureCon last week and at one of the...
Sep 6, 20242 min read
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Building Trust with Teams: A Leader's Guide
post was inspired by some of our clients as this is a topic that often rates as a challenging area. Trust is often spoken of as a “soft...
Aug 29, 20243 min read
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Accountability Equation: Balancing Freedom & Responsibility
In the complex world of organizational leadership, few concepts are as pivotal to success as accountability. For CEOs and other leaders,...
Jul 31, 20245 min read
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Meeting Mastery: Turning Time Sinks into Productivity Powerhouses
Meetings can either be the engines of progress or the anchors that drag productivity down.
Jul 18, 20247 min read
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From the Ground Up: Cultivating a Culture of Accountability
Accountability is a cornerstone of high-performing organizations. Many CEOs and leaders yearn for it, often turning to structured systems...
Jul 3, 20243 min read
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Is Losing actually Fun?
In a recent commencement speech that resonated deeply with me, Gary Vee , shared some compelling messages on the value of adversity and...
Jun 18, 20242 min read
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Unveiling Culture Myths and what to do about it
When it comes to organizational culture, misconceptions are everywhere. It's not just about fun holiday parties and foosball games in the...
Jun 10, 20242 min read
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How silent are you with your team?
Leadership teams often find themselves grappling with complex challenges and strategic decisions. As a CEO or senior executive, it's...
May 20, 20242 min read
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The 1-on-1 Meeting Mistake Most Managers Make (and How to Fix It)
As a leader, you understand the importance of regular 1-on-1 meetings with your team members. These meetings serve as a critical tool for...
May 13, 20242 min read
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Are you the right leader for your people?
As a CEO, the success or failure of your team ultimately falls on your shoulders. This sentiment, eloquently expressed by Virgil Miller,...
May 8, 20242 min read
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Accountability: Beyond the Buzzword
As a CEO/leader, you've likely heard the term "accountability" thrown around in countless leadership seminars, books, and articles....
Apr 29, 20242 min read
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The Scorecard: 3 Mistakes and 3 Best Practices - NY Knicks Edition
In any organization, scoreboards are a critical tool for tracking metrics (KPIs), accountability and tracking what matters. A...
Apr 16, 20242 min read
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Sluggish Superstars? 2 Ways to Reignite Your Star Employees
As CEO, you've put together a top-notch leadership team of high performers who have helped propel your company to new heights. But even...
Apr 1, 20242 min read
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Are you a giver? Take the test!
As an entrepreneur navigating the intricate landscape of life, I've come to appreciate the profound impact of giving versus taking in...
Mar 27, 20242 min read
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