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Progress Over Perfection: A Better Way to Start the New Year
January has a way of hinting that we should be better by now. More focused. More disciplined. More polished. Somehow fully transformed by the calendar turning a page. But perfection has never been a reliable strategy — for people or for organizations. What does work? Progress. Quiet, steady, imperfect pr ogress. In the work I do, I see this play out constantly. Teams don’t struggle because they aren’t capable. They struggle because they’re waiting for the “right” moment, the
ellenrockwell
Jan 71 min read


Why Companies Get Stuck — and How Modern HR Consulting Gets Them Moving Again
If there’s one thing I hear from leaders over and over, it’s some version of: “We know we need to fix our people strategy… we’re just not sure where to start.” Maybe the organization is growing faster than its HR infrastructure. Maybe turnover is creeping up and no one can quite pinpoint why. Maybe managers feel overwhelmed, stretched, or unsure how to lead through change. Or maybe the company is running on outdated processes that once worked — but now create more friction th
ellenrockwell
Nov 19, 20253 min read


WHAT HIGH-PERFORMING TEAMS DO DIFFERENTLY: And How to Build Yours
High-performing teams aren’t a lucky accident. They don’t magically emerge from a great hiring process or an inspiring mission statement....
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Jul 15, 20252 min read


LEADERS LEAD: The 4 Types of Meetings Every Leader Should Host
Leadership isn’t just about vision—it’s about intention . And nowhere is that more evident than in how a leader shows up, checks in, and...
ellenrockwell
Jun 25, 20252 min read


WHEN YOU DON’T INVEST IN YOUR PEOPLE: The Leadership Lesson Behind Disney's Top Competitor
In the late 1980s and early 1990s, Disney animation was unstoppable. Hits like The Little Mermaid , Beauty and the Beast , and The Lion...
ellenrockwell
Jun 25, 20252 min read


Maximize Organizational Performance with Tailored Talent Development Solutions
In today's fast-paced and ever-evolving business landscape, organizations are constantly seeking ways to maximize their performance and...
ellenrockwell
Jun 3, 20252 min read


Elevate Workforce Skills with Proven Organizational Development Strategies
In the fast-paced and ever-evolving landscape of today's workplaces, investing in the growth and development of your workforce is crucial...
ellenrockwell
Jun 3, 20252 min read


Drive Transformation in Enterprise Environments: Talent Architecture Expertise
In today's rapidly changing business landscape, driving transformation within enterprise environments is crucial for long-term success....
ellenrockwell
Jun 3, 20251 min read
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