Did you know that up to 70–90% of mergers & acquisitions fail? And one of the biggest reasons isn’t strategy or finances—it’s culture. M&A activity is booming. But too often, companies underestimate the cultural side of integration. The result? Declining engagement, lost talent, and stalled performance. If your organization is going through a merger…
In today’s fast-paced business environment, we know that organizational health is crucial for long-term success. However, many organizations struggle with underlying issues that can significantly impact their performance and employee well-being. Our latest infographic delves into the symptoms and effects of poor organizational health, providing an overview of the challenges that can arise when this…
Let’s face it: Communication is often a mess. At Keystone Group International, we see this problem all too often. CEO’s who aren’t communicating effectively create a ripple effect that stifles their entire organization. But there’s good news – you can fix it. And here’s how. Courageous Conversations: The CEO Standard CEOs struggle to have courageous…
Challenges come in many forms, from navigating through economic downturns to managing interpersonal conflicts within a team. But the essence of leadership lies in how these challenges are met. By facing difficulties with courage and transparency, leaders can forge a path of growth and resilience, setting a powerful example for those they lead. It might…
Research indicates that agile organizations experience long-term EBITDA growth of 16%, compared to 6% for non-agile organizations. In essence, strategic agility allows companies to stay competitive by recognizing and capitalizing on opportunities while also identifying potential threats and mitigating or preventing them. What is Strategic Agility? Strategic agility is an organization’s ability to sense…
According to research by Gartner, 70% of a company’s mistakes are due to poor communication. A poor workplace communication standard often leaves employees feeling unmotivated, leading to an unhappy and unproductive team. Creating intentional communication channels is key to creating a culture of trust. It leads to increased productivity, fewer mistakes, a more motivated team,…
How Employee Trust Can Support Company-Wide Adoption of Gen AI Even with a bullet-proof strategy, employee adoption of artificial intelligence tools will ultimately determine the successful rollout and implementation in your organization. Taking the right steps to find balance between human interactions and automation is not an easy task for companies undergoing transformation, but will…
The ‘great resignation’ might be over, but that doesn’t mean your employees aren’t restless and are potentially looking to make a change. A recent survey of almost 60,000 workers found that employees were happier and more satisfied during the pandemic than today. So, what can you do as a leader to help combat employee restlessness?…
Many of us spends our days in full execution mode, answering emails, attending meetings and heads down working through issues. We don’t spend much time thinking strategically or planning for the future. And, even if we are given time in our schedule to think, it’s sometimes hard to know where to start. Mary Rapaport, the…
Any successful person will tell you that their career has had many different seasons. Seasons when you hit the gas and focus on your career and seasons where you are braking and focusing on your own life or your family. It’s normal and being able to make the right choices for you at the right…
