“Your Culture Is a Lie: Why Most Leaders Are Worshipping a Broken God”
Let’s burn the altar of “culture fit.” Not literally (unless your office is flammable and you’re into that sort of thing), but metaphorically? Light the match. Here’s the uncomfortable truth: most leaders are too scared to say out loud that company culture is not just your values on a wall or the perks listed on your […]
When CEOs Fail to Keep Their People Accountable
Leaders, you want to avoid risking the terrifying fallout that awaits when you don’t hold your C-Suite accountable. The impact affects every aspect of the organization — from culture to business performance to future careers. So what does that nightmare look like? Here are the dangers CEOs face when they ghost accountability. The Toxic Work […]
Revolutionizing HR: Employee Engagement with Tom Cook
Join this insightful episode of Hidden Human as Kelly Meerbott explores the art of leadership with Tom Cook, Executive Director of the Delaware River and Bay Authority. Tom shares his philosophy of collaboration, the importance of trusting employees, and the challenges he’s faced, including handling a fraud incident with transparency and integrity. From early lessons […]
How Strategic Thinking Sharpens Decision-Making Skills
Enhancing decision-making skills through strategic thinking involves several key steps and practices. Here are some strategies to help you develop and refine these skills: Understand the Big Picture Vision and Goals Clearly define your long-term vision and goals. Understanding what you aim to achieve helps in aligning your decisions with your overarching objectives. Context Awareness […]
Kindness in Leadership: Karen Walrond on Integrity, Calm, and Joyful Growth
In this episode of Hidden Human, Kelly Meerbott welcomes Karen Walrond, author and leadership coach, to explore the profound impact of kindness in leadership. Karen shares her personal journey of embracing authenticity in the corporate world and offers practical advice on navigating tough situations with integrity and calm. Karen highlights the power of small gestures […]
How Leaders Navigate Conflicts & Establish Common Ground
Navigating conflicts and establishing common ground are essential skills for an executive. Here are strategies and tips on how to effectively manage these challenges. Understand the Root Causes Before addressing a conflict, thoroughly understand the underlying causes. This might involve: Active Listening Engage all parties in a conversation to express their points of view. Listen […]
Leading with Legacy: How Karla Trotman Transformed Electrosoft
In this insightful episode of Hidden Human, Kelly Meerbott sits down with Karla Trotman, CEO of Electrosoft, to explore her remarkable legacy journey in the electronics manufacturing industry. Karla delves into her role leading a family business that produces electronics for industrial and military defense products, sharing her experience of navigating the company through the […]
Overcoming Decision Making Doubts For CEOs & Leaders
As a CEO, making decisions is a critical part of your role. However, doubts can often cloud your judgment, leading to indecision or second-guessing. Overcoming these doubts is crucial for maintaining effective leadership and ensuring the smooth operation of your organization. Here are strategies to help you manage and overcome decision doubts. Preparation and Research […]
Unleashing the Mermaid: Empowering Women in a Sea of Challenges
Join Kelly Meerbott as she sits down with Sharron Lynn Cooks, a community affairs and public relations consultant at Making Our Lives Easier LLC, to discuss the unique challenges women face, including the importance of reclaiming sexual power and financial independence. SLynn shares insights on her upcoming virtual Heauxlistic Mermaids Retreat in April 2025 in collaboration with Marley Green and […]
Guts Over Ego: The Leadership Playbook for Bold Decision-Making
Leaders, stop struggling with decision-making — discover how to leverage research, trust your instincts, manage risks, and empower your team to foster a culture of confidence and collaboration.
