Kristi Royse

I have to tell you. One of the biggest changes I made in my life and business was hiring a coach. I was at Entrepreneurs'​ Organization #seattle Entrepreneurs' Organization - Seattle for #alchemy. I hear Mark Moses, CEO Coaching International and Rich Balot share about the power of business, coaching and their journeys! It was absolutely awesome! Over the next 3-4 months I read the book #making #big #happen. Then I decided my company rock would be to hire a #coach. I always thought…. I’ve been in #business 20 years. I don’t need a coach. I am a coach. It’s a waste of time and money. I was wrong. So I take the plunge and hire CEO Coaching International and my coach is John Giegerich. I said I have to have a coach that has the same #christian beliefs that I do. And I got connected with John. It was #magic. From my first interaction with John it’s been a game changer. We shutdown a business line. Started doing one on ones with leaders, evaluated core values, set real quarterly goals that connected our entire team, introduced eat the frog, prioritized the urgent and important, (it’s like #EOS on steroids) etc. etc. The truth is, the cost is no joke. But the cost pushes to seek the very best of yourself, the very best from your time, and the very best for your coach. See it is crazy what a connection I have to my coach. It’s emotional and personal and business. Why? There is stuff in business you can’t tell or share with anyone. Other business owners sometimes get jealous or play games, or have big ego’s. But with John he’s helping me with the tough stuff you don’t share with anyone. You tell your spouse she just worries, it’s not good, you try to share with your family and friends, they just don’t get it, but your coach has been there and grown and scaled a business. He knows. Then you have a coach who is actually pulling for you. He’s connecting people to my #podcast, introducing other clients that maybe good business fits, like this guy and team are totally invested in my true success. (At least that’s how I feel). John has 20 clients, but I feel like his only one. Okay okay, enough. But let me tell you. The cool thing about CEO Coaching International. Is they are checking up on John, and my experience. I got a call from a customer success manager who really does care and asked me tons of questions about my experience and was really invested in making it the best experience possible for me, which is awesome. Not only my coach cares, the company cares. Finally, I broken my ankle last year, I’m a big guy 300+lbs. I’m a hockey player, a boxer, a fighter. I love to fight. But this ankle knocked me down. And I’ve been struggling to get my physical life in order. John got me to run the Marine Corps marathon. This is probably been one of the best things for me and my entire life. I needed motivation. I needed something to help me push through the daily excruciating pain. I needed a coach who cares. #makebighappen. Todays Run! 🏃

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🔍 Harnessing Diverse Perspectives for Unified Success 🔍 Diversity in thought and experience is the engine of innovation. At Renaissance Executive Forums Inland Empire, our peer advisory groups are built on the principle that when leaders from various backgrounds and industries come together, the potential for insight and innovation multiplies exponentially. Each member brings unique challenges, successes and strategies to the table, offering a wellspring of knowledge that can't be found in textbooks or boardrooms. This diversity leads to richer discussions, more creative solutions and ultimately, more informed decision-making. Joining a REF Inland Empire peer advisory group means opening your business to a broader range of possibilities and perspectives, fostering an environment where innovation thrives. Discover how embracing diverse viewpoints can propel your leadership and your business to new heights. #DiversityInLeadership #Innovation #REFInlandEmpire

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One of the things I get frequent calls for from clients, (and friends quite frankly), is for guidance on how to handle a professional conversation – tricky or otherwise - with a boss, a peer, a direct report, or maybe HR.   In Charles Duhigg’s recently published book, Super Communicators, How to Unlock the Secret Language of Connection,  he expertly offers well-researched advice on what to consider before embarking on any conversation, not just the tricky ones. In it, he posits that every conversation we engage in falls into one of three categories:        ✳ Practical (focusing on the specifics of the topic) ✳ Emotional (centering on feelings)     ✳ Social (defining the relationship between participants).   Recognizing and matching the type of conversation is crucial for effective communication. I always ask clients, “What is it you want them to know?”   Below are the questions from Duhigg that you can ask yourself before a conversation begins.       ✴ How do you hope things will unfold?     ✴ How will this conversation start?     ✴ What obstacles might emerge?     ✴ When those obstacles appear, what is your plan to overcome them?     ✴ What are the benefits of this dialogue?   This book is an invaluable resource for navigating work relationships. Highly recommend!   #communications #supercommunicator #leadership #management #careers    

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The diary of a leader on a Monday. One of the heaviest moments I’ve ever felt as a leader among leaders happened about ten years ago. At an all-staff retreat. On this island off the coast of Orange County, Catalina Island. One evening there was a meeting where only the directors met together. About 50 of us. I remember the VP leading the evening started with sharing that he was going to focus the night on healthy leadership. At the time I was two years out of college, 25 years old, and wondering how to even start that big of a conversation. What I assumed would be a vague discussion turned into a very focused conversation very quickly. A conversation on leadership I will never forget. The VP leading the session opened up with a question. He said: I want you all to take a minute and think about this question and respond honestly. He went on to ask: Anyone in this room . . . who has let their work life . . . become a higher priority than their home life . . . please stand up. What happened next is a moment I will never forget. The entire room went still. A room with 50 leaders. Doing great work. For an amazing company. With a healthy profit margin. And a high retention on employees. A room that most likely could be viewed as a team full of healthy leaders. That room . . . when asked if your work life has become a higher priority than your home life . . . slowly shifted . . . . . . as a majority of the leaders stood up. Not half. Not three quarters. A majority of the room. As a 25 year old observing this response, I received two gifts. The first gift was to be around leaders with humility. The second gift was the paradigm shift: the foundation of healthy leadership doesn't start with looking at execution or performance in the office. It starts from the home. I still have a lot to learn, but what I’ve learned so far are these realities: 1. Health in the home . . . doesn’t happen on accident. 2. Health in the home . . . easy to talk about but a challenge to execute. (Can I get an amen? 🙌) 3. Health in the home . . . is sometimes harder than health for the office team. (Can I get another? 🙌) 4. Health in the home . . . will always be worth it. Now I know why my Dad always taught us “Keep the main thing the main thing.” Leadership really seems to be something that starts from the inside and slowly makes its way outward, doesn't it? So Cheers! Cheers to every leader in that room ten years ago who stood up.

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🌻Remembering and reminding ourselves of our natural skills and talents is crucial to staying focused, completing tasks, and remaining motivated. These abilities have been involved in our professional paths and will continue to keep us in good, consistent stead. These key ingredients have steadily kept us on our academic and creative journey while we learned what we now practice in our careers. Let's take a moment to appreciate our natural talents and use them to our advantage in our professional lives. #SelfReflection #NaturalTalents #ProfessionalDevelopment 💙Visit : https://lnkd.in/dSqPpy94 And find out more about our offering in Executive Coaching and Rapid Transformational Therapy.

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New Hawai'i Case Highlights the Critical Need for Effective Sexual Harassment Training and Policies A now-defunct Honolulu-based restaurant, along with their outsourced HR company, have agreed to pay $115,000 and provide other relief to resolve a sexual harassment lawsuit filed by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), as announced on June 11, 2024. The EEOC's lawsuit revealed that the restaurant co-owner targeted gay employees with sexual harassment by exposing himself and soliciting sex. Despite complaints, the HR company failed to conduct an adequate investigation, allowing the harassment to persist. As part of the settlement, the companies will: - Distribute comprehensive policies addressing discrimination and harassment. - Establish mechanisms for prompt corrective action if discrimination occurs. - Implement an online complaint process. - Provide anti-discrimination training. Just a few weeks ago, I facilitated training for a company that had never conducted such training—until they faced a harassment complaint. Before the training, I reviewed their old policies and procedures, which urgently needed updates. Unfortunately, these updates won't shield the company from liability if the harassed employees decide to sue. Proactive measures could have prevented the harassment or at least minimized potential damages by demonstrating good faith efforts to prevent such incidents. Is your company prepared? Feel free to reach out to me if you want advice on updating your policies or conducting essential training to create a safer workplace. #SexualHarassment #Training #SexualHarassmentTraining #Lawsuit #Law #Hawaii #Honolulu #EEOC

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As obvious as it seems, how we respond when life challenges us reveals our inner strength – or our "juice." Our juice, influenced by our environment, shapes how we experience life. Traits like creativity, perseverance, grit, and optimism are developed through exposure. To change your path in 2024, alter your environment and what you feed your brain. Consider tracking your activities and interactions for a week to evaluate if they align with the traits you want to exhibit in life. Remove negative influences to cultivate positive attributes. At Your Performance People, we focus on unlocking your human potential through internal growth. Developing the right mindset is key to success, and we can assist in creating the juice needed for transformative outcomes. Your past doesn't dictate your future once you realize your power. Awareness is pivotal, and the choice to act on it is yours. Remember, "First you make your choice, then your choice makes you." You deserve to lead your best life, enhancing performance in all aspects. #PersonalDevelopment #SuccessMindset #PositiveChange #Growth #BusinessDevelopment #Coach #ExecutiveCoach #TalentDevelopment #Success #Strategy #Influence

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I recently returned from an inspiring trip to the California State Capitol, where I had the privilege to engage with powerhouse female leaders from various sectors, including elected officials and industry executives. Amidst our discussions, four essential career advancement strategies emerged, reiterated by each remarkable leader: 1- Know Your Mission: Ground yourself in purpose and let it steer your decisions. Understanding your mission provides clarity and direction in every endeavor. 2- Build a Robust Network: Cultivate and nurture relationships, particularly with sponsors who can champion your growth. A strong network not only opens doors but also provides invaluable support and opportunities. 3- Self-Care Is Key: Avoid burnout by prioritizing self-care. Nurturing your well-being ensures sustained success and resilience in the face of challenges. 4- Embrace Fearlessness: Be bold and take action. Fearlessness propels you forward, allowing you to seize opportunities and conquer obstacles with confidence. (This one is my fav ;) Don't be fooled by the simplicity of these principles - they're nuanced, powerful and highly impactful. #leadership #careeradvancement #leadershipimpact #mission #networking #leadershipcalifornia

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How can embracing servant leadership transform not only your personal growth but also the legacy you leave behind? My conversation with Oakland McCulloch on the Play Your Position Podcast revolves around the importance of legacy and servant leadership, with a focus on personal growth, self-discipline, and reflection. Oak is passionate about helping leaders prioritize personal growth, develop good habits and character, and intentionally live a positive legacy through conscious decisions and actions. Oak and I also discuss various challenges leaders face today, including: -Micromanaging -Disconnection with the younger generation, and  -Online meanness, bullying, and the rampant prevalence of cancel culture What I love about Oak is his commitment to leading by example. He is down-to-earth, practical, and genuine. Our conversation is too rich to capture in its entirety here, so I recommend listening to it in its entirety on your favorite podcast platform. #ServantLeadership #PersonalGrowth #Legacy #LeadershipDevelopment #SelfDiscipline #CharacterBuilding #LeadershipChallenges #LeadByExample #PlayYourPosition

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When Organizations restructure and/or downsize, those that support their Employees and protect their Employer Brand are more likely to be able to hire Top Talent. https://lnkd.in/dz6Vn2A #restructure #redundancies #layoffs #outplacement #employeeengagement #strategyalignment #talentmanagement #successionplanning #stressmanagement #resilience #changemanagement #talentassessment #positivementalattitude #decisionmaking #feedback #careercoaching #careertransition

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If the goal is business growth, now is not the time to cut investments in your people. The timeless wisdom of "grow your people, grow your business" resonates now more than ever. Stanford research published last month authored by Nick Bloom and Mert Akan underscores the growing impact of HR and People leaders in shaping today's business environments. Since 1992, the role of HR has dramatically evolved—from a mere 0.5% of companies including an HR executive among their top leaders, to 13% in 2022. This shift underscores the crucial role HR plays across various facets, from remote work and diversity efforts to talent strategy and globalization. People strategy = business strategy. For more data insights, check out their work here: https://bit.ly/3wyU3mz #HumanCapital #EmployeeExperience #TalentStrategy  

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Every week, we explore different perspectives on Leadership challenges to equip you with new insights so that you can move from “Manager of Things" to Leader of People. Leadership is a people business, so I wanted to share this replay that digs into how to… Navigating Conflict in the Workplace Drop #replay & your insights below Cheers to Leading People First! Your Executive Coach, Melissa https://lnkd.in/e6q9Dmaa #InfluentialLeadership #LeadershipDevelopment #HighPerformingTeams

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Are you ready to learn how your team feels about your leadership and management skills? Share this LMA questionnaire with them once a year before your Quarterly Conversation so you can discuss the results together and figure out how you can get all "yeses." Use this tool to: 🔸 Improve Quarterly Conversations 🔸 Strengthen communications and expectations with your team 🔸 Receive honest feedback on how you can be a better leader and manager from the people you lead Download the LMA questionnaire here: https://lnkd.in/eXth9WbA #beagreatboss #people #lma #leadership #management #accountability #business

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If you're in NorCal and around this Thursday, come join me at this SHRM event where I'll be exploring how to lead through uncertain times (like COVID, Ai, etc.). The dynamics may change but the playbook to successfully lead through change remains the same. 💪🏽 Hope to see you there! #leadership #change #resilience #ai #speech

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🌟 Reflecting on last week's GC Collective retreat, one of the group's takeaways was the realization that leadership is indeed a journey, not a destination. While our legal training taught us analytical thinking, and a keen eye to detail, effective leadership demands a different set of skills -ones that encompass broader perspectives, strategic vision, and the ability to navigate ambiguity. Recognizing that our legal training doesn't shape us into strong leaders is the first step in our leadership journey. Self-reflection becomes our compass on this journey. It's about honestly assessing ourselves, identifying our strengths and weaknesses, and actively seeking out opportunities for growth. Only by doing so can we bridge the gap between legal expertise and effective leadership. ➡️ Interested in elevating your leadership with other General Counsel / CLOs ? Join our wonderful group of Legal Leaders at The GC Collective !

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Are you ready to CLAIM YOUR WORTH? Tune into my episode of WOMEN ARISING Podcast when I speak with host Cathy Hartenstein about how you can confidently negotiate fair compensation and increase your income. Links to listen or watch in comments below: #equalpay #womensleadership #paygap #salarynegotiations

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What are the best (or perhaps most memorable) investments you've made in yourself?⁣ Not an expense - but the experiences or resources you are so happy you invested in because it completely changed your sense of self, mindset, and journey. ⁣ ⁣ Moving to San Francisco is one of the best investments I made. Here I find myself surrounded by people who are progressive, challenge expectations, balance logic and spirit, and more. ⁣ Investing in building automations for myself have also been great. I love making software and shortcuts that can make my day-to-day experience more intentional and meaningful without having to think about it. (Intention without having to think about it? Ironic, I know, but it's a real thing.) ⁣ I've also started investing in relationships of all kinds more than I have before. It's amazing how much of a difference it makes in my happiness to build and sustain a meaningful connection with people in a way that's unique to each person and dynamic as we grow, yet still authentic to myself. Now it’s your turn, what are your best investments?

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The HBR article “Helping Gen Z Employees Find Their Place at Work” by Jenny M Fernandez, MBA, 费 珍妮, Kathryn Landis, and Julie Lee, Ph.D. provides hands-on strategies on how to enhance collaboration, commitment, and motivation at work – not only for Gen Z.   A workplace where all of those items are implemented sounds like a place where people can thrive.   #Conflict #MentalToughness

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If you manage people, or have children, please watch this video. This simplified language will help you have better conversations with your employees and children. Giving them the language to understand if they are “bored” or have “anxiety”. Use this tool to start a conversations. Likely, they do not realize they are outside of the ‘flow’. I teach these simple tools to leadership teams. Curious to know more, reach out to me with a message and we can talk about you and your business. #EOS .

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