“Following” is “Advanced Leadership”. It is a concept I struggle with occasionally. The day before an extended vacation, my colleague came to me and said, “Enjoy your vacation. We got this!” My insecure side screamed, “No, you need me!” But I knew she was right. In truth, I would follow this team anywhere. Letting go […]
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Mike’s #BeIntentional — 31
“What I do matters.” While traveling in Portugal this week, I encountered a young waiter who displayed great pride in his restaurant, care for his customers, and who epitomized the very concept of servant leadership. Not only did he take the time to learn about each of us and our tastes, he even asked the […]
Ratliff & Taylor Around Town
Gregg Levine, Senior Career Consultant, and Erin O’Neill, Marketing Manager, from Ratliff & Taylor offered their knowledge to Kathy McConaughy’s graphic design students at Kent State University. The presentation gave insight on what to include and how to phrase accomplishments and work experience for a winning resume. The students also received pointers on how to […]
Mike’s #BeIntentional — 30
The people in my organization both intimidate and inspire me. Every person is wicked smart, motivated, and exceptional at what they do. The thought of leading such an accomplished group is occasionally unsettling. At the same time, I am inspired every day to become the best leader possible. I owe them that much and more. […]
Coach Profile – Jamie Lewis Smith, Ph.D.
Jamie Lewis Smith, Ph.D. is a Senior Leadership Consultant and Executive Coach with Ratliff & Taylor. She has 15+ years of experience guiding the growth and development of leaders, teams, and organizations across private sector, nonprofit, and governmental agencies. Jamie leverages her background as a Clinical Psychologist and deep expertise in leadership and organizational assessment to design and deliver […]
Mike’s #BeIntentional — 29
My father passed away six months ago. Since then, I have been trying to make sense of his life and its application to my own. Dad never left the small town where he was born. After growing up there, I left and never looked back. Today I am attending the annual fall festival in my […]
Coach Profile – Yan Maschke
Yan is an executive coach with Ratliff & Taylor and has been leading strategy and execution with global cross-functional teams in a Fortune 500 environment for 20 years, in both the U.S. and China. She brings extensive experience in P/L management, strategy, supply chain management, global product line management, acquisition, and integration. Yan is known […]
Mike’s #BeIntentional — 28
People can read what a company writes about its culture, but the real culture of an organization is what you see, hear and feel as you enter the lobby, walk the halls and watch employees interact with each other. You understand a culture when you see the same courtesies being extended to the local mail […]
Coach Profile – Kyla Schneider
Kyla is a master facilitator and executive coach with Ratliff & Taylor. She has been working with organizations and teams for more than three decades and has coached extensively within the corporate and non-profit sectors. Kyla is responsible for the creation and delivery of proprietary group leadership experiences including intensive executive development, strategic planning, and team […]
Former CHRO, Steve Becker, Joins Ratliff & Taylor
Cleveland, OH, September 20, 2018 – Ratliff & Taylor, Ohio’s largest full-service talent management consultancy, adds Steve Becker to its Leadership Development practice as an Executive Coach. Steve has held many senior level HR positions throughout his career. Most recently, he was the Chief Human Resources Officer for Signet Jewelers Limited where he also served […]