Stewards of the Future: Four Actions to Foster Resilient Destinations
“Don’t call it a comeback; I been here for years.” —LL Cool J I don’t want to speak too soon,… Read More
Bend Without Breaking: The Practice of Resilience
Imagine building two model bridges with popsicle sticks: the first bridge you’ve glued together at every joint, but for the… Read More
How to Create an Effective Destination Planning Process
Last year the global travel and tourism sector contributed nearly $9 billion to the global economy and grew 3.9%. For… Read More
5 Obstacles That Can Tank Business Growth Goals
The goal of any business, regardless of size, is to constantly grow to the next level. For this to happen,… Read More
How to Keep a Team Engaged During Organizational Changes
Change is what drives growth, and for many organizations, some degree of change is a constant. Minor changes in procedure… Read More
Strategy Activation: When to Lean in and When to Lean Back
As a leader, your role in communicating a clear and compelling vision is essential to engaging your team in carrying… Read More
Santa Monica’s Kim Sidoriak Shares why Destination Marketing Organizations Should Invest in a Perception Study.
More than 8 million visitors flock to Santa Monica, California each year for its renowned Pier, broad beaches and laid… Read More
Five Generation X Leadership Traits
As Baby Boomers (1946-1964) retire and Generation X (1965-1980) moves more into leadership roles, how will their historical markers impact their management style?
Leadership Insights
Over the years, I’ve worked with many different clients with many different challenges. Along the way, I’ve been fortunate to… Read More
The Power of Tourists’ Perceptions in the Travel Industry
Travel and tourism is an industry with a significant economic impact in the United States. It’s also an industry that… Read More
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Reflective and Responsive: How Team Members Can Contribute to a Hybrid Work Environment that is Healthy, Effective, and Inclusive
Organizations have been challenged over the last 18 months to continually reimagine how and where we do our work. While… Read More
Organizational Adaptation: Keeping a Vibrant, Cohesive Culture in a Hybrid Operating Model
Organizations have practiced extreme adaptation over the last 18 months as their systems and structures reacted to the changes brought… Read More
A Manager’s Guide to Trauma-Informed Leadership: How to Build a Sense of Team When the Team Has Lost Their Steam
Over the past 18 months or so, I’ve made it a regular habit to make a personal connection with one… Read More
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