The Opportunity in Disruption
*Article also appears in The 2020 Q1 Prouty Pulse. We work with many people who like to think differently. Who are not afraid to stretch themselves. Who, some say, are out on the edge looking to be catalysts for disrupting the marketplace they do business in today. And, while some are energized by all […]
Pathway to Purpose: Ann Bancroft — Education Through Exploration
by Adrienne Jordan As we launch Prouty i•will, and begin a journey of transformation with twenty bold women leaders, we thought it appropriate to also reflect on women who have inspired us, those who have courageously dared to walk in their calling and live in their purpose. Ann Bancroft, the first known woman to cross […]
The Magic of Machuzick
The Prouty Project had the exciting opportunity to work with John Machuzick, recently retired as the President of “Brands on the Go,” a $2 billion piece of General Mills The Prouty Project heard rave reviews about John as a leader from many folks in the world of General Mills. Humble, entrepreneurial, and courageous were […]
Prouty STRETCHers Share Their Experiences from the North Pole Expedition
Being stretched is more than an everyday exercise for the Prouty Project and its clients. It’s an annual expedition originating back to 1999 with the inspiration, “A mind stretched by a new experience can never go back to its old dimensions” by Oliver Wendell Holmes. Each STRETCH Expedition is designed to help you stretch mentally, […]
After the Plan: Growth Through Seamless Execution
Once the strategic plan is developed, organizations generally ride a wave of positive energy and momentum directly into the shore of a “now what?” reality. This is the critical point where theory meets action, and seamless execution becomes the final step to achieving growth. Doug Jaeger, CEO of Ulteig Engineers, shares more about his organization […]
Hey, Wait a Minute…
Hey, Wait a Minute… I Started a Consulting Business! I talked to Jeff Prouty recently about the basics of starting a consulting business. He actually made it sound, if not easy, at least possible. Here are some helpful pointers: ✓ Getting Started. Jeff began his own consulting business seven years ago by […]
Is it the war for talent or is it really about the race for leadership?
by Mike Felmlee Interview with Brian Mathiowetz, CEO of Mathiowetz Construction We’ve been talking about the war for talent for some time now. One of our manufacturing clients put it this way the other day, “We simply don’t have enough people for the jobs we have today. And, it’s only going to get worse.” Or, […]
Gen Z Expects Digital and Innovates Different(ly)
Two areas in which Generation Z — born 1995–2012 — demonstrates the maverick mindset include: leading in the digital world and innovating with higher expectations. David and Jonah suggested this is the first time the youngest generation is entering with the highest level of understanding in such a significant area — technology. Jonah describes Gen […]
RBG: A Legal and Cultural Maverick
Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg has led an unparalleled life of purpose in advancing equal rights and changing the entire landscape and world for American women. As I consider her inspiring life, I believe her being perseverant, unconventional and creative are the determining factors of her success and continued, long-lasting impact. Justice Ginsburg is uncommonly perseverant. […]
Tackle the ABCs of Business Decay
Any great leadership team recognizes that while strategic planning may begin at the top, it cannot live without moving it throughout all levels of the organization. Without a fully engaged workforce taking meaningful action, even the best strategies will falter at best. As you consider how to use your strategic plan to better engage the […]