A positive workplace culture is a meaningful advantage in today’s job market. When people feel good about where they work, they’re more engaged, productive and invested in shared success. At the center of this is employee perception: how people experience and...
By Shelly Stotzer Strong teams don’t happen by accident. They’re built one thoughtful, intentional person at a time. In today’s workplace, teamwork isn’t just a nice to have. It’s essential. Organizations that thrive especially in changing or challenging environments...
By Michelle Rupp, Coaching Experience Manager Here at Crosworks, the work we do with individuals and organizations is deeply personal. The way we show up matters. Our core values shape how we support our clients, collaborate with one another and contribute to our...
What happens when teams fail to come up with solutions or achieve goals? Simple. They fall apart.  Our client, Emma, experienced this first-hand. As VP of the engineering team at a tech start-up, she knew that the pressure always would be high. Despite having a group...
About a year ago, a mid-sized tech company approached Crosworks seeking support and guidance on pulling through their toughest time. A company executive expressed his deepest concerns, “Honestly, we didn’t see this coming. We need to adapt to these changes but...
Ever found yourself sitting at your desk, blankly staring at your screen, wanting to wrap up an important submission but unable to push through it? You know that the task isn’t going to begin on its own but, for some reason, you’re not able to get working on it.  ...
What truly makes a leader effective and able to sustain that effectiveness over time? While intelligence and technical skills often get the spotlight, they’re only part of the story. Even the greatest leaders can struggle under prolonged stress or burnout if they...
As a career coaching company that helps people find clarity and focus, Crosworks is excited to welcome our newest high school intern: Rehn Decker. Rehn is a senior at Thomas Worthington High School and a participant in the school’s Entrepreneurial Business Academy...
Here’s what no one tells you when you take up a leadership role: being good at your job and being a good leader are two completely different skills.   “I kept hearing about authentic leadership all through these years,” recalls Linda. “But honestly, I thought it was...
What if we told you that the secret behind authentic leadership isn’t about being perfect? What if we said that good leadership requires more than just being charismatic and visionary?  Great leadership is about being real, honest, and leading as your true self. If...
