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Overcome the Real Barriers to Change

Organizational change often fails, not because of poor ideas, but because of emotional resistance and misalignment. At Louis Carter, we help you tackle the human side of change head-on. From silos to fear of the unknown, we identify what truly holds your team back and replace resistance with purpose. Our proven methodology empowers leaders to create emotionally connected, high-performing workplaces where change isn’t feared, it’s embraced.

Why I Changed My Approach to Leadership Mental Health (And What You Should Too)

Why I Changed My Approach to Leadership Mental Health (And What You Should Too)

I used to wear exhaustion like a badge of honor. Long hours? Relentless pressure? Just part of being a “strong leader.”  Then neuroscience hit me with hard truth. Chronic stress shrinks the prefrontal cortex, the

Executive Burnout: How to Spot It and Stop It – A Louis Carter Guide

Executive Burnout: How to Spot It and Stop It – A Louis Carter Guide

The corner office has become a pressure cooker. Behind polished LinkedIn posts and earnings calls, a silent epidemic is brewing: 78% of executives report chronic exhaustion, while 65% hide panic attacks before board meetings (Harvard

Burned Out But Still Smiling: The Dangerous Myth of Strong Leadership

Burned Out But Still Smiling: The Dangerous Myth of Strong Leadership

They’re smiling. They’re still showing up. But inside, they’re crumbling. That’s the image of many leaders today—burned out, isolated, yet afraid to say it. They’ve been taught that strength means silence, that resilience means hiding

Burned Out? The Leadership Fix Every CEO Needs, According to Louis Carter

Despite what the best performer or some overzealous employee would say, burnout is no badge of honor. It is, in every sense of the word, a red flag. Yet, 72% of CEOs admit they’ve pushed

Workplace Challenges 2025: Why Emotional Connection Is HR’s Top Priority

Workplace Challenges 2025: Why Emotional Connection Is HR’s Top Priority

In my own conversations as a coach and founder of Most Loved Workplace®, I see the same pattern: too many people feel emotionally disconnected from their jobs. They show up physically but have checked out

Why Being Liked Is Costing You Talent — And What It Really Takes to Be a Most Loved Workplace

Why Being Liked Is Costing You Talent — And What It Really Takes to Be a Most Loved Workplace

In today’s competitive landscape, many organizations still strive to be “liked.” They invest in friendly cultures, flexibility, and traditional engagement initiatives. But the hard truth? Being merely liked no longer drives loyalty, performance, or retention

Cultural Belonging: The Hidden Driver of Employee Retention Executives Miss

Cultural Belonging: The Hidden Driver of Employee Retention Executives Miss

By Louis Carter, Founder & CEO of Most Loved Workplace® I had just finished a particularly difficult call with a Fortune 500 CHRO when the truth hit me like a freight train. “Louis, we’ve tried

Case Studies: Companies That Boosted Engagement with Certification

Case Studies: Companies That Boosted Engagement with Certification

Employee engagement is a vital driver of success for organizations across industries. Yet, a recent Gallup poll shows that only 32% of U.S. employees report being engaged at work. This statistic highlights the need for

7 Retention Strategies That Keep Your Best Talent Engaged

7 Retention Strategies That Keep Your Best Talent Engaged

Employee retention is one of the most pressing challenges for organizations in today’s competitive job market. As of early 2024, an average of 3.47 million workers quit their jobs monthly in the United States, causing

How to Enhance Your Employer Brand for a Competitive Edge and Engagement

How to Enhance Your Employer Brand for a Competitive Edge and Engagement

How to Enhance Your Employer Brand for a Competitive Edge and Engagement A strong employer brand is crucial for attracting top talent and retaining your best employees. More than ever, candidates are looking for companies