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The "Old Yeller" Approach: Leadership Lessons in Compassionate Accountability
In the story of Old Yeller, Travis Coates, a young boy, is forced to make a heartbreaking decision when his beloved dog, Old Yeller, is...
David Frandsen
Mar 2, 20254 min read


Stuff is Easy. People are Hard.
As a leader, I've come to realize that the most challenging aspect of management isn't usually the "stuff" - the logistics, the planning,...
David Frandsen
Feb 24, 20254 min read


Beyond Open Doors: Creating a Better Workplace Culture through Connections
The power of an open-door policy in the workplace lies in its ability to foster trust, improve communication, and create a more...
David Frandsen
Feb 16, 20254 min read


Beyond Paychecks: The Power of Intrinsic Motivation
In many workplaces, extrinsic incentives like commissions are commonly used to motivate employees. For instance, car salespeople are...
David Frandsen
Feb 9, 20254 min read


Autonomy at Work: The Key to Engagement, Creativity, and Growth
Autonomy in the workplace is a powerful tool that can drive significant benefits for both employees and organizations. When employees are...
David Frandsen
Feb 2, 20253 min read


"Learning Leadership": Cultivating Leaders at Every Level
Our organization's "Learning Leadership" program is revolutionizing the way we approach leadership development. By opening the much of...
David Frandsen
Jan 13, 20255 min read


"Tetris Effect” Your Time: Time Management Lessons from Tetris
The “Tetris effect” refers to a phenomenon where individuals who spend a lot of time playing Tetris (or similar games) begin to see the...
David Frandsen
Dec 1, 20243 min read


The Case for Becoming More Data-Centric: Lessons from Sabermetrics in Baseball
As I have talked to and worked with different cities, the absence of important data collection in many of these organizations is...
David Frandsen
Nov 17, 20243 min read


Managing the Thermostat: The Impact of Hot and Cold Personalities in a Room
In any social or professional setting, the atmosphere can often feel as if it has a temperature of its own—one that is significantly...
David Frandsen
Nov 11, 20243 min read


C.L.E.A.R. Priorities: The Importance of Yearly Scheduling for Departmental Supervisors
In any organization, the role of departmental supervisor is crucial to ensuring that the team function smoothly and efficiently. One of...
David Frandsen
Nov 3, 20245 min read


The Fulcrum of Organizational Balance: Leveraging Qualitative and Quantitative Data
In physics, a fulcrum serves as the pivotal point of a lever, allowing it to amplify force and achieve balance. A challenge in our...
David Frandsen
Oct 27, 20244 min read


The Rotten Apple: The Impact One Negative Employee Can Create in Your Workplace
The age-old expression “one rotten apple spoils the whole barrel” serves as a powerful metaphor not only in agriculture but also in...
David Frandsen
Oct 20, 20243 min read


The Value of Creating Discomfort at Work: Why We Should Embrace the Mamba Mentality
Known for his relentless work ethic and commitment to excellence, Kobe Bryant often put himself in challenging situations to enhance his...
David Frandsen
Oct 13, 20245 min read


Enhancing Lives Beyond the Workplace: The Importance of our ‘Life Focus’ Program
The work environment is always evolving, and the role of leaders extends beyond traditional managerial duties. It is increasingly...
David Frandsen
Oct 6, 20244 min read


A Rising Tide Lifts All Boats: The Ripple Effect of City Collaboration
The axiom "a rising tide lifts all boats" underscores a fundamental truth about collective progress in an area. When conditions or...
David Frandsen
Sep 29, 20243 min read


Want Better Team Meetings? ... Me too!
Team meetings are pivotal moments for assessing progress, aligning objectives, and fostering team cohesion. Like many topics I have...
David Frandsen
Sep 15, 20245 min read


Parenting & Leadership: What I Learned from My Role Models
This week my parents celebrate their 51st Wedding Anniversary. I have been blessed in many ways, but none more than them. They are at...
David Frandsen
Sep 8, 20246 min read


The Performance Cycle
The performance cycle is crucial for effective management and team success. When we are doing each of these components well is when we...
David Frandsen
Aug 25, 20245 min read


Kyle Whittingham & Leadership
Kyle Whittingham stands as one of the most respected and longest tenured figures in college football, known not only for his hard-nosed tough football teams, but also for his distinctive approach to leadership. Now in his twentieth season as the head coach of the University of Utah’s football team, Whittingham has cultivated a legacy marked by consistency, focus on development, creating a family culture, toughness, “next man up” mentality and a player led environment. His l
David Frandsen
Aug 25, 20247 min read


Cultivating Culture
Culture truly is a verb; it is an action, it should be talked about, it should be intentionally crafted, and is ever evolving. It is...
David Frandsen
Aug 18, 20245 min read
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