LAK Group

Part of the LAK Group team (Jennifer D., Anna Aehlich, Trent Cummings, Mike Milsted, SHELLEY A. SMITH, MBA, BCC, PCC, Author) and guests were part of the UMOS, Inc. premier annual event at the Pfister. The Hispanic Awards Banquet honored the finalists in the Hispanic Man, Woman, Youth, and Family of the Year categories. Congratulations to the finalists and to the entire UMOS, Inc. staff for the incredible work you do in the community.

Last week we had the opportunity to be part of the annual learning event that UMOS, Inc. holds. After a wonderful awards luncheon, Mike Milsted and SHELLEY A. SMITH, MBA, BCC, PCC, Author worked with over 40 leaders on how to Elevate Engagement with Powerful Conversations. It is truly and honor to work with this incredible organization and the leaders there that are so passionate about the mission of UMOS, Inc. and making an impact with their teams!

Trent Cummings and SHELLEY A. SMITH, MBA, BCC, PCC, Author had a tremendous impact at ABC of Wisconsin HR/Acct Conference last week! Great content and even better people. Always fun to see our friends at R&R Insurance Services Inc., Verona Safety Supply, Inc., and Dave Jones as well!

According to a Pew Research survey, only 33% of employees are satisfied with their job promotion opportunities, leaving 66% frustrated. What can you do to change that dynamic? #careercoaching #leadership #careerdevelopment #lakgroup

Is it time to shift our corporate development philosophy toward a Lean (Adaptive) Learning Approach? This approach focuses on a learning methodology that delivers experiences tailored to the real-time needs of both employees and the business. By fostering resilience, agility, and the skills needed to navigate and lead through change, we can equip our teams with the core capabilities essential for achieving sustainable success in today’s ever-evolving environment. #careerdevelopment #leadership #adaptivelearning

Developing Highly Effective Teams. Using hands-on and collaborative methods, we create uniquely customized team learning experiences to help teams at every level discover new ways to work more effectively together. Our facilitators are experts in assessments and interactive team programming designed to increase engagement, strengthen communication, manage conflict, anchor commitment and build trust. #teamdevelopment #experientiallearning #culture #leadership

LAK Group is honored to have worked with two groups of leaders at R&R Insurance Services, helpng them continue their growth as individuals and leaders, enhance their effectiveness as a high-performing leadership team, and continue to shape the company’s outstanding culture. Thank you!

Hearing the words “you’re not ready” for a promotion can be frustrating and confusing, especially when you’ve met or even exceeded all of your performance goals. You’ve worked hard, delivered results, and done everything right, yet something still feels out of reach. If you’ve ever found yourself in this situation, you’re not alone. Many professionals hit this invisible barrier at some point in their careers, and the feedback they receive is often vague and non-actionable. But what does “not ready” really mean? And more importantly, what can you do to overcome it? In this article, we’ll explore the common reasons behind this feedback and provide actionable steps to help you shift the narrative, build stronger relationships, and position yourself for that next big promotion. #careergrowth #careercoaching #leadership

Onboarding is critical to retention, but let's not overlook the importance of off-boarding. Are you approaching off-boarding purposefully to align with your culture and enhance your employment brand? Remember, your customers and employees are observing. #careercoaching #outplacementservices #culture

In a world where change is the only constant, adaptability is the key to future success. Through assessments, HR professionals can identify the employees best equipped to handle uncertainty and challenges, ensuring that both individuals and organizations thrive. #talentmanagement #assessment #adaptability