Apr 9, 2026
What every employee needs to know and do Have you ever had a boss who managed through intimidation, anger, and volatility? The kind of boss who had zero control of their emotions. Every time you or an employee made a mistake, the boss would blast you with a new tirade...
Apr 2, 2026
“Confusing enabling with helping hurts everyone — every time.” Lisa Merlo-Booth People feel good when they have a sense of mastery over their life. Taking care of life’s everyday challenges helps you feel a sense of accomplishment, pride, and...
Mar 12, 2026
“Silencing to the poor behavior of boys and men creates emotionally fragile men. Don’t coddle.” Lisa Merlo-Booth The Alexander brothers didn’t become who they are overnight. Monday, March 9, 2026, all three –– Tal, Oren, and Alon Alexander –– were...
Feb 18, 2026
“When you give others grace, you give yourself grace too; what a gift to both of you.” Lisa Merlo-Booth Being human means that you are riddled with imperfections—as is everyone around you. There is no way around being imperfect. From the: Thoughts...
Feb 11, 2026
“Protecting others from the impact of their bad behavior is collusion. Don’t collude.” Lisa Merlo-Booth At a family dinner party, Sally responded to something her uncle stated by saying, “That’s interesting, I don’t think of it like...
Feb 4, 2026
How one coach’s relational approach is transforming a team—and why these same principles work in marriages, families, and boardrooms “When there’s adversity or when you need to hold somebody accountable, I think it’s always coming from a better...