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I first met Behfar Jahanshahi when I keynoted the Inc 5000 conference (in 2015 I think - I've keynoted there 4 times and I have a

This question comes from an attendee of our Whitewater webinar. What exactly are the characteristics of a cross-functional team? In his response,

My leadership style (Visionary, Operator, Processor, Synergist) is ____________ . The biggest obstacle I’m facing when it comes to working with my team

This question comes from an attendee of our Exceptional Processor Leader webinar who wants to know how best to leverage his leadership strengths

As leaders, we each have our own specific strengths* that we bring to our roles. However, these same strengths can lead to

Note: This is the 2nd video in our Leadership Mindset series, the 1st one is available here. In order to master the leadership mindset,

A version of this article appeared at Inc.com Ever had a discussion with someone that left you blindsided and scratching your head,

Developing a leadership mindset requires a shift in thinking. Knowing when it’s appropriate to make the shift is the first step. Just

This article is written by Predictable Success Consultant Claudette Rowley. Do you feel like you’re a “jack- or jill-of-all-trades”? Is it sometimes

In this video, Les McKeown offers insights into some of the most common misconceptions regarding leadership. For example, do subject matter experts

This question comes from an attendee of our Exceptional Operator Leader webinar: I read The Synergist in 2012 and believe that I

You may be surprised to learn that not only is it possible, but once your organization reaches a critical point, it becomes

Does it feel like your organization has become overly bureaucratic, perhaps even brittle? Is there too much focus on systems and processes,

Do you know what type of leader you are? Perhaps more importantly, have you considered the impact it has not only on

What’s one major takeaway worth gleaning from Warren Buffett and his leadership at Berkshire Hathaway? Les examines this and much more in

This article is written by Predictable Success Consultant Carissa Figgins. Carissa Figgins, Predictable Success Consultant I’ve noticed that my employees have adopted

This article is written by Predictable Success Consultant Alex Thatcher. Alex Thatcher, Predictable Success Consultant Isn’t it depressing when you know a

It doesn’t matter what size your company is or how talented a leader you are, everyone faces this challenge after achieving a

Office politics are a nasty component of employment that can surface no matter where we work. While there are many potential underlying causes,

Processors are rational and analytical by nature. They think in a logical, sequential way, preferring to arrive at an objective assessment of

One of the key challenges a growing business faces is how to achieve high-quality team-based decisions. Leaders can no longer rely on

Everyone faces their own set of challenges when it comes to delegation. However, by tailoring your techniques accordingly, you’ll not only enhance

Whether you are opening a new store, offering a new service, or increasing clientele, advancing your business involves a learning curve. Issues

This question comes to us from a newsletter reader: How do I get my existing clients to be more proactive in recommending

In this video, Les McKeown examines the seven stages of growth and occasional decline that any business will go through regardless of size

Here at Predictable Success, we are huge fans of Michael Bungay Stanier, his company, Box of Crayons, and the innovative work they do. When Michael

This question comes from an attendee of our Exceptional Operator Leader webinar: My boss is a Visionary (as am I.) I have

This question comes from an attendee of our Whitewater webinar: What role does a Synergist play in getting an organization through Whitewater?

This question comes from an attendee of our Whitewater webinar. What exactly are the characteristics of a cross-functional team? In his response,

What happens when someone tries to lead their organization to Predictable Success and not everyone wants to come along? In this reader

What’s the best way to restore communications and accountability during Whitewater? Before we dive into the answer, here’s a brief overview of

My biggest business concern/planning challenge heading into the new year is: ___________. This question seemed to really resonate with everyone. We received

The hiring issue I most need help with is ____________. The response that really caught our attention was this: Seeing through the

Relational and analytical, Processors have an innate desire to bring order

If you are absolutely serious about scaling your organization, your business, not for profit, your church, or your NGO… If achieving sustainable

If you are absolutely serious about scaling your organization, your business, not for profit, your church, or your NGO… If achieving sustainable

Jim Collins’ book Good to Great is universally acclaimed as one of the best business books there is – and rightly so.

Does it feel like your business is a never-ending process of trial and error – with more trials (and errors) than you’d

When Jaime Miller registered for the Predictable Success Acceleration Program, she hoped it would benefit her business. Watch as she reveals not

Execution is a key leadership skill. However, every leader experiences times when moving a team forward becomes much more challenging. If you’ve ever suddenly

Summer has officially begun here in the northern hemisphere. To celebrate, we’re sharing our best suggestions for how to make the most

This week we’re taking a look at the ways in which we lead and how you and your team can communicate even

This week we’re diving in to Q2. From what you and your team should focus on this quarter, to steps you can

Selfless and relationship-driven, Synergists are the natural glue that holds teams together. Less common than the naturally occurring Visionaries, Operators, and Processors styles,

This week we’re taking a closer look at productivity. Specifically, how can you make the most of the time and resources you

We hope that your year is off to a great start. If not, then our audio tip and video clip offer specific

Take a moment to think about your team and how they interact. Do they know how to engage effectively? Are they making

Knowledge is power, especially when it enables you to foresee challenges and opportunities. This week, we have a video and an accompanying

As a hard-working professional, it’s only natural to become tired from time to time. However, what if you could pinpoint the specific

What can we learn from some of the biggest names in business? The answer awaits you below. We’re also examining why good

Self-starters with an ability to improvise their way to success, Operators do whatever it takes to get the job done – even

Welcome to the newly refreshed Predictable Success newsletter. Please pardon our dust as we put the finishing touches on our new look

During this exclusive event, Les McKeown shares key leadership lessons and tools from ‘Do Lead’ that will enable you to bring out

Could one of your leadership tools be costing you? This week, you’ll learn why your inner circle may be causing more harm

Do you know your speed to clarity? It could play a key role in helping you reach your strategic goals this year.

There are so many exciting Do Lead developments that we can barely capture them all in one newsletter. From your chance to

If you’ve been following the headlines, you know that GM is in crisis. However, you may not be aware of just how

If you read the article from our last issue, you know that March is a dangerous month. Hopefully it’s going out like a

Here at Predictable Success, we say that March is the most dangerous month of the year for you and your organization. We’ll