PalletOne leaders “happen to the world.” What does that mean? A PalletOne leader is confident. Each situation creates an opportunity for service and contribution. We are talented and put those talents to work. We see those around us as having talent. We seek to unlock it. We realize that we can be called upon to […]

Great teams talk. They encourage. They often exchange good words. They hold each other accountable. Great teams have standards and adhere to them. So, when one falls short, others call him to the higher standard. They brainstorm. They put a premium on getting better, so experimentation is necessary. The great teams review the process together […]

Michigan State basketball coach Tom Izzo said, “A player-coached team is better than a coach-coached team.” A powerful insight about great teams! The “players” have a huge role in leadership. The eyes of the team aren’t only for the coach. The players step up. They set standards. They model the fulfillment of the standards. They […]

Who have you thanked lately? Who has your heartfelt gratitude and you just haven’t said it? I read an article recently that said only 10% of those working in the United States thank someone daily. I don’t think this statistic applies to us, but it caused me to pause. The reasons given for not thanking others […]