I recently had the pleasure of presenting with Mariama Boney, LMSW, CAE, CPEC, CEO of Achieve More LLC, at #NSPECon24 on the challenges and triumphs of the journey from blueprint creators to visionary team leaders. Our session was both engaging and insightful for everyone involved (including myself!). Here are three key takeaways that resonated with me:
1. Despite a smaller audience of around 20 people and competing with popular sessions like one on AI, our group was highly engaged. I highlighted that while AI is the buzzword now, in five years, it will be those who excel at managing people who truly stand out in business.
2. Presenting just three years after Connico president Connie Gowder’s passing was particularly meaningful. It gave me the chance to reflect on and share Connico’s rich history and the powerful legacy Connie left behind, reinforcing the importance of continuing her vision by inspiring and empowering new leaders.
3. We had an in-depth discussion on the importance of building team trust and providing clarity, using models like the Five Behaviors and the EOS Model. The audience’s insightful questions and contributions highlighted the critical need for leaders to cultivate trust, provide clear direction, and lead with positivity and strategic intent.
VP, Head of People @ Crunch Fitness | SHRM Board Member (WHRMA Chapter) I NYU Adjunct Faculty | Health 2.0 Outstanding Leadership Award (2024) | SHRM-SCP® | SPHR® | CCP®
5moJim Rowley - With your leadership, we have embraced that empowerment in fitness is crucial as it fosters confidence, enabling individuals to take control of their health and well-being. Physical fitness is also so important for mental wellness. Thank you to Jim and Crunch Fitness for providing inclusive spaces and friendly faces, open to everyone with our no judgments philosophy.