LTB Leadership

08/15/2025

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08/13/2025

Distraction is the enemy of deep work. Build boundaries that protect your time and attention. Productivity thrives in environments where people can think clearly and work purposefully.

Action: Set “focus hours” without meetings or notifications. Let your team know when you’re heads-down.

08/12/2025

08/08/2025

Last week I shared one of my favorite workshop activities which uses a selection of my personal photography with a 'get to know you' style exercise. This week I wanted to share another really FUN activity that turned out to be a big eye-opener.
(This is bit of a long read, but worth it!)

RECREATE THE SCENE
What I used:
• 3 of the exact same lego sets / scenes
• A box that it fits inside

How it works:
I had one of the scenes pre-built, and placed it inside the box, so that someone can peer inside to see it, but the general group cannot. I broke the group into two teams, and they selected one team leader. Each team received a deconstructed scene.

I set a timer for 20 minutes, with the goal of recreating the lego scene, using only the verbal direction from the team leader. Each team leader could look at the scene as many times as they needed to. They needed to describe how to put together the lego van, exactly where the lego person was standing, which colored shell was located on which side of the beach, etc. They could not touch anything, point, take pictures or draw pictures.

It was so interesting to watch how each team operated. Team A's leader walked over to the box, decided on one component, and gave individual directions per item as to where it went/how it was built. Team B's leader gave an overall generalization of the scene which allowed their team to get started on all components, and then directed changes to the scene.

What was the most eye opening? This activity was part of a Crucial Learning workshop, in which each participant competed their SDI analysis. If you’re not familiar with SDIs, it’s a self-assessment tool that can help individuals identify their core motives and learn how they react under pressure to improve communication and teamwork. The results are often visualized on a triangle, representing different motivational values, represented by a color.

Well, it wasn’t until after the workshop when I was reminiscing on how fun this activity was that I realized that Team A leader was using green strengths- which are typically driven by a need for logical order and accuracy. When using green strengths, they show how they value thoroughness, analysis and making well-informed decisions. Team B leader was using red strenths - which are driven by results and actions and focus on task accomplishment. They are motivated to influence others to achieve their goals and to take quick action. When folks use red strengths, they are known for being bold ansd willing to take risks.

It was so interesting to see how this activity demonstrated the team leaders’ SDI results. Team A took their time to analyze the placement of each item, while Team B took quick action to build the scene.

Not only was this activity so much fun - but it was also insightful in demonstrating how SDI Assessment results can be identified in the ‘wild’.

The best activities are always the fun ones - especially when they offer an additional style of learning hidden beneath that fun.

08/06/2025

Healthy competition thrives in a culture of trust, inclusion, and psychological safety. When leaders model compassion and celebrate effort (not just results), teams become both competitive and collaborative.

Action: Show your team that it’s okay to try, fail, learn, and try again. Make room for laughter, learning, and leadership from every seat.

08/01/2025

What's the best part of facilitating in-person workshops? The activities!

Over the last few years I've experimented with a variety of different activities, building a portfolio of my most successful.

What is a successful activity? Ultimately, it's something that breaks up the monotony of a learning environment while inspiring everyone in the room to participate and be engaged. It allows participants to share a little bit about themselves, while learning about each other. And most of all, it's fun!

One of my FAVORITE activities blends my love for photography with a fun 'get to know you' exercise. I printed and laminated a selection of my the photos I've taken (nature, wildlife, sea life, food, events), and spread them out on a table. Each person in the room is invited to choose one or two photos, and share why it resonates with them.

It's so interesting to see which photo each person chooses and to hear the stories they're willing to share. It also gives folks the opportunity to learn a bit about me, which can often create a more comfortable learning & sharing environment.

There are a variety of Facilitator Photo Decks available... but I encourage you to create your own.

07/30/2025

You don’t rise to the level of your ambition; you fall to the level of your systems. Clear routines and tools reduce mental load and free up energy for the work that really matters.

Action: Use simple systems: calendars, checklists, or time blocks. The best system is the one you actually use.

07/28/2025

Does your organization....
• Have high employee turnover?
• Experience difficulties with communication?
• Face challenges when working together as a team?
• Struggle with inefficiencies and productivity?

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