The Blake Group

07/16/2026

https://conta.cc/4aU1uGm A supervisor once told me about an argument that seemed to explode out of thin air. Two team members who normally worked well together suddenly clashed during a routine meeting. Voices rose. Others went quiet. Work stopped.

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06/18/2026

https://conta.cc/4oz7hXs Most leaders assume turning points arrive with great fanfare—a major strategic decision, a significant promotion, or a dramatic organizational change. In my experience, they rarely do.

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05/14/2026

https://conta.cc/4dNMXwL Some of the most damaging workplace conflicts do not begin with major events.
They begin with conversations that never happen.

04/16/2026

https://conta.cc/4ua7rGz “It didn’t feel worth it to speak up.” That’s when I knew trust was gone.

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03/19/2026

https://conta.cc/3NscVN4 The Mindful Leader: One Small Habit That Changes Conflict

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01/15/2026

https://conta.cc/4qiT0hH How Will You Lead This Year—By Default or by Design? January is an opportunity to choose intention, not just momentum.

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12/11/2025

https://conta.cc/4pDdilG What If Performance Reviews Became Your Best Coaching Conversations?

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10/16/2025

https://conta.cc/4osHwae Leading with Your Inner Compass Staying True in a Time of Uncertainty - finding your true north.

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09/18/2025

https://conta.cc/3IqrJZS Leadership isn’t about titles or corner offices. It’s about consistent, values-driven action, especially when the path ahead is uncertain.

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08/14/2025

https://conta.cc/4fyUH60 Succession Planning in a Family-Owned Business: Navigating Legacy and Leadership Transition

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