-- by Jamey Lutz The late author and teacher Dr. Wayne Dyer often challenged audiences with a simple but profound reminder: “Don’t die with your music still in you.” Dr. Dyer wasn’t talking about literal music, of course. He was talking about the gifts, convictions, ideas, and purpose each of us carries — the contribution we’re uniquely designed to bring into the world. For leaders, this quote hits especially hard. Because leadership isn’t just a role. It’s stewardship. And f

-- by Jamey Lutz In every conversation, every decision, every moment—we stand at a line. It’s not drawn in ink or carved in stone. It’s invisible, yet unmistakable. A boundary between two mindsets: one that lifts, and one that limits. Above the line  is ownership, curiosity, and accountability. It’s the posture of a learner, a coach, a high-trust leader. It asks, “What can I learn? How can I contribute?”  It powers culture, strengthens resolve, and multiplies leadership impac

-- by Jamey Lutz As someone who’s spent years immersed in the world of leadership development, marketplace culture, and human behavior,...

-- by Jamey Lutz The way a team plays as a whole determines its success. You may have the greatest bunch of individual stars in the world, but if they don’t play together, the club won’t be worth a dime. —Babe Ruth Views of achievement in our formative years are largely based on an assumption that success is a solo pursuit. Grades, test scores, and personal accolades shape our early trajectory—from college admissions to career entry. Likewise, our individual performance withi

-- by Jamey Lutz More than three decades ago, a group of scientists launched a highly unconventional project named Biosphere 2.  The project consisted of a 3.14-acre biodome (a type of greenhouse), complete with numerous miniature ecosystems, including a rain forest, desert, ocean, mangrove swamp, savanna, and rural farm. The biodome was completely self-contained, meaning no air, water, soil, or other elements could enter or exit. Among the major goals of Biosphere 2 was to h

-- by Jamey Lutz The Recognition and Accountability Paradox At first glance, recognition and accountability may seem like unrelated...

-- by Jamey Lutz Seemingly small things create huge impact! It’s tempting to believe that culture is built in conference rooms and...

By Jamey Lutz— Be wary of perceived shortcuts! Designing an exceptional workplace isn’t a checkbox activity—it’s a continuous journey of...

By Jamey Lutz— Are you and your team committed to hanging corporate banners? Some of my fondest collegiate memories revolve around the...

By Jamey Lutz— How would you describe your organizational climate? Many organizational leaders intuitively understand that a motivated...