“I Didn’t Realize how much the Human Aspect was so Important.”

December 27, 2019 Marya Wilson

Peace, Calm, and Balance in Encinitas, California by Dr. Connie Corley (c)

The end of my 26th semester of teaching (I thought it was 24, whoa) has arrived. The projects, work, reflection, and everything done by my students was some of the most growth-filled learning I’ve seen in a while. The final exam is my favorite, and once again, they knocked it out of the park. There was one theme that emerged the most from all three courses: how much the human aspect is so important to the organization. Oh. Em. Gee!

The Channel Matters, A Lot

November 9, 2019 Marya Wilson

Split Rock LIghthouse, Lake County, Minnesota by Conner Ahrens (c)

Communication is one of the key elements of building trust. Communication is conveying a message or meaning to whomever the message or meaning is intended (Daft, 2015). How does communication become a key element of trust?

“Communication Sucks!” The Ire of every Organization, Leader, and Trust

October 17, 2019 Marya Wilson

I am pretty sure most consultants, leaders, and pretty much everyone on the planet will agree with me that the number one complaint in any organization is “Communication sucks.”

Just between You and Me - and Everyone Else Too - Trust is Built

August 30, 2019 Marya Wilson

Sun after the Storm, Lake Superior, Bayfield, WI by Marya Wilson

These leaders weren’t looking for an out on investing in their staff or a quick fix for development, but trying to find a way to build trust when turnover for staff who are not full time is normal, and at times higher than normal.

Words Really, Truly Do Matter

August 23, 2019 Marya Wilson

Cave Point County Park, Door County, WI by Megan Klatt

I’ve had to chuckle. My post this week focuses on the importance of our words. Strangely, and hilariously, I keep seeing articles, posts, and comments on how “words matter…” I’m not a religious person, but I do love the way the Universe responds to things you start thinking or writing about a certain topic; it starts showing up everywhere.

Compassion, Kindness, and Respect: A Great Formula for Success

August 16, 2019 Marya Wilson

I had one of the best strategic planning sessions I have ever had this week. Thirty completely different personalities, so many different types of jobs and focus, and a boat load of fun. We did some dreaming too. We adults seriously need some work in this area.

For Organization’s Sake, We Have Got to Learn to Dream Again!

August 9, 2019 Marya Wilson

Lake Tahoe at King’s Beach, NV by Marya Wilson

The elephants of an organization are not its downfall, nor are they always horrible. They become the downfall and toxic mess when we refuse to talk about them or work together to figure out how to calm the elephants down.

No Lie, Compassion and Kindness Create Successful Organizations

June 14, 2019 Marya Wilson

Logan and Noah’s Island Kindess - Isla Mujeres, Mexico - by Evy Snyder

What a week! I had some incredible conversations with friends and colleagues who are so pumped about what they do and where they work. It was a delightful treat and made me hopeful and happy.

Refreshed, Renewed, Re-energized

June 2, 2019 Marya Wilson

I’m back with a new energy, refreshed, new eyes. I’m ready to be a bigger risk taker. I’m ready to be even more vulnerable.

Vulnerability is Courageous

May 18, 2019 Marya Wilson

I’ve gotten a little caught up in my trip, and I am loving it! I write this from Berlin this morning. This city is amazing. It is full of history, green space, and incredible people. I was journaling about the trip and had to laugh because this trip has truly been full of Griswold moments.

The Value of a Trusted Leader

April 26, 2019 Marya Wilson

The research and writing I do focuses on the many aspects of trust. Trust is crucial to any relationship, personal or professional. I had a very fun week in that so many of the discussions I had revolved around the trusted leader, admired and appreciated.

The Human Side of Leadership...and Trust

March 22, 2019 Marya Wilson

This last week has been one surprise after another. A lot of surprises were not-so-fun, but even “not-so-fun” is adventurous. Bring it! The one surprise I appreciate the most is several of my clients talking about the human side of leadership.

Betrayal is unintentional, isn't it?

March 15, 2019 Marya Wilson

When I think about betrayal in the research sense, it’s clinical, scientific, and even fascinating. When I think about the betrayals I’ve experienced in my life, the word evokes strong emotions.

Betrayal of Trust

March 8, 2019 Marya Wilson

Last week’s conversation sparked an insightful discussion with a dear friend about leaders and trust. He suggested that good leaders can be trusted. Those that don’t commit the time to developing trust with their followers truly aren’t leaders; they are only people in positions of legitimate authority or power.

Trusting our Leaders

March 1, 2019 Marya Wilson

These stories were very personal and involved an array of minor to major betrayals of trust. It was an insightful and enlightening conversation, reminding us of just how deeply trust affects our relationships.