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Organizational Culture


Unlocking Organizational Behavioral Intelligence: Culture's Role in Business Valuation
Culture isn’t just a reflection of how people feel—it’s a measurable driver of performance, retention, and valuation. Organizational Behavioral Intelligence (OBI) gives leaders the clarity to see how culture is accelerating—or limiting—business outcomes before those signals show up in financial results.

Cynthia Kyriazis
Jan 142 min read


What 50+ Conversations with Leaders Taught Us About Culture, Performance & Leadership
After more than 50 episodes of the Leadership Levers Podcast, 10 powerful insights emerged—on trust, clarity, culture, alignment, and how leaders actually lead when pressure is high. These lessons aren’t theories—they’re field-tested by CEOs, founders, and operators across industries.
William Gladhart
Sep 5, 20253 min read


When Nothing Happens - The Leadership Gap Between Listening and Action
Gathering employee feedback isn’t enough. When leaders fail to follow through, trust erodes, engagement drops, and culture suffers.

Cynthia Kyriazis
Sep 2, 20252 min read


When Leaders Don’t Act - Culture & Performance Weakens
Employees are speaking up. But when leaders fail to act, the message received is louder than the one sent. This article explores how inaction on workforce needs erodes trust, weakens performance, and drives disengagement.

Cynthia Kyriazis
Jul 15, 20252 min read


How the Feelings Index Drives Alignment & Retention
Discover how the Feelings Index helps leaders measure employee connection, uncover cultural risks, and prevent performance breakdowns before they start.

Cynthia Kyriazis
Jun 24, 20252 min read


Anxiety - The Silent Culture & Performance Killer
When anxiety goes unchecked in the workplace, performance suffers. This article explores why anxiety is a leading indicator of risk - and how smart leaders surface it early to protect execution, retention, and well-being.

Cynthia Kyriazis
Jun 3, 20252 min read


The Strategic Role of HR Operating Partners in Private Equity
HR Operating Partners play a pivotal role in private equity by optimizing talent, leadership, and organizational strategy to maximize invest

Jim Tolbert
Apr 29, 20253 min read


Never Lead Alone by Keith Ferrazzi - Book Review
A dive into Keith Ferrazzi’s Never Lead Alone, exploring core lessons on shifting from leadership to teamship strategies for success.

Cynthia Kyriazis
Mar 25, 20252 min read


CEO Selection
CEO selection is about identifying traits that drive success and recognizing risks that lead to failure for the right executive fit.

Cynthia Kyriazis
Feb 26, 20252 min read


Why Fundless Sponsorship is Gaining Ground in Private Equity
Fundless sponsors are reshaping private equity by offering flexible, deal-specific investments without committed capital funds.

Jim Tolbert
Feb 17, 20253 min read


Leadership in Transition - How Data-Driven Transparency Protected Investor Returns
Leadership misalignment tanked performance—restoring data-driven transparency revived engagement, stabilized operations, and protected inves
William Gladhart
Feb 11, 20253 min read


Asking the Question
Category : Leadership Audience : Leaders, Leadership Teams, Strategic Consultants Overview : The importance of asking critical ' what if ' questions to prevent failures and foster informed decisions. Read Time : 2 minutes I was talking to my brother the other day about a goal he was set on achieving. I admire that. However, he’s been my brother for decades now and I’ve seen a pattern. He tends to leave out very specific considerations like what would cause his idea to not g

Cynthia Kyriazis
Feb 6, 20252 min read


Leading Out of the ASKhole Trap – Book Review
Helps leaders slow down, break free from daily chaos, develop problem-solving teams, reduce stress, and focus on meaningful leadership work.
William Gladhart
Jan 30, 20253 min read


Kansas City Chiefs’ Secret to Sustained Super Bowl Success - Culture & Performance
What elements are involved in developing trust and high-performing teams?
William Gladhart
Jan 29, 20253 min read


Counterintuitive Leadership – Uncovering the Secrets of Successful CEOs
This article highlights the extensive research on what sets successful CEOs apart, emphasizing four counterintuitive strategies, including t

Cynthia Kyriazis
Dec 3, 20242 min read


The Power of Feeling Challenged & Confident – Unlocking Employee Well Being
This article explores how feeling both challenged and confident in one’s role, supported by effective leadership.

Cynthia Kyriazis
Oct 7, 20242 min read


Emotional Intelligence & Ted Lasso
Emotional intelligence involves developing four key skills, which can be challenging, but are essential for effective leadership and persona

Cynthia Kyriazis
Oct 7, 20243 min read


Is Bias Hindering Your Cultural & Business Growth Opportunities?
We all have bias but how often do we step back to see how it is affecting our business?

Cynthia Kyriazis
Oct 4, 20243 min read


Kansas City Chiefs Secret To Winning Super Bowl LVII: Culture
What elements are involved in developing trust and high-performing teams?

Cynthia Kyriazis
Oct 4, 20243 min read


Unlocking Organizational Behavioral Intelligence – The Key to ROI on Culture
Return on Culture and OBI

Cynthia Kyriazis
Sep 6, 20242 min read
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