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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.

3 Ways to Make Work Unsuck for Your Team

Work can often feel like a monotonous and stressful routine, leading to disengagement and burnout for employees. As a leader, it’s crucial to understand the impact that unhappy and unproductive team members can have on

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How Can I Use Machine Learning in HR

Machine Learning in HR

Organizations today must use innovative approaches to create a thriving workplace. One approach quickly gaining traction and is even pivotal in some workplaces is integrating machine learning (ML) and data analytics to inform executive and

Debunking the Yes-Man Myth: Support The Final Decision

Debunking Yes-man

Effective decision-making is crucial for success in today’s fast-paced and competitive business world. Many employees and subordinates believe being a “yes-man” – someone who agrees with every decision their boss makes – is the key

Embracing CEO’s Requirements: The Path to Success

CEO Requirements

In the corporate world, employees sometimes are at odds with their CEO’s requirements and expectations. However, a paradigm shift is needed for employees to recognize the potential benefits of aligning with the CEO’s vision rather

How Blaming Your Boss Hurts Everyone (Including Yourself)

Blame DIlemma New Size

Effective leadership is crucial for the success of any organization. Leaders must make decisions, guide their teams, and take responsibility for the outcomes. However, when leaders start blaming their higher-ups, such as their boss or

False Praise Kills

False Praise Kills

Effective leadership relies on genuine feedback, recognition, and support. However, providing false praise can harm leaders’ effectiveness and the overall dynamics within a team or organization. Research has shed light on the dangers of insincere

Igniting Employee Engagement: Unveiling the Love of Workplace Index™ SPARK Model for Creating Most Loved Workplaces®

Spark Model

The Love of Workplace Index™ SPARK framework encompasses five critical practices observed in certified Most Loved Workplaces®. These practices foster high employee sentiment among employees, leading to positive organizational outcomes such as increased productivity, innovation,

Level Up: How to Encourage Others to Speak Up Rather Than Leave You Behind

Level Up: How to Encourage Others to Speak Up Rather Than Leave You Behind

Have you ever felt like you were the only one speaking at a meeting, and everyone else shuts their mouth to avoid incriminating themselves?  This happens and can cause disastrous effects like stagnation, accidents, lost

Is It Better to be Feared or Loved as a Leader?

Is It Better to be Feared or Loved as a Leader?

One of the age-old questions in leadership is whether it is better to be feared or loved by your followers. To gain insights into this question, I surveyed my LinkedIn followers to understand people’s perceptions

The Pitfalls of Excessive Niceness: How Being Liked as a C-Level Leader Hinders Team and Company Progress

The Pitfalls of Excessive Niceness: How Being Liked as a C-Level Leader Hinders Team and Company Progress

As leaders ascend to C-level positions, they face the delicate balance of building positive relationships with their teams while driving progress and achieving organizational goals. While being liked is desirable, leaders must also be cautious

The Power of Understanding: Why It’s Essential to Fully Understand Before Being Understood

Power of Understanding

Effective communication is a cornerstone of human interaction, particularly if you want to live and work in a high-performing company where employees love to do their best work. However, many leaders, or, for that matter,