Join Steve for the last episode of ReEnergize! We are so grateful for the support you have given and opportunities this podcast has provided. As we begin our transition to something new, Steve explains the good that can come from change. While

The Unexpected Gut Punch That Changed My Life

Nov 6th, 2020 25m 48s

Have you ever been completely caught off-guard or hurt by somebody's words? In this episode of ReEnergize, Steve shares the story of a time when he received a metaphorical punch to the gut that changed his life. At first, Steve felt cut to the

The 3 Critical Areas of Focus for Business Leaders

Oct 30th, 2020 27m 12s

While the COVID-19 pandemic has made this year especially difficult, it is not the only time of uncertainty--the future is always unknown. In this episode of ReEnergize, Steve shares three key areas of focus to help your business thrive despite

Think Week--What It Is and Why You Need One

Oct 23rd, 2020 26m 28s

Steve has been out of the office for the past week, disconnecting from the world to enjoy his own personal "Think Week." In this episode of ReEnergize, Steve returns to explain what Think Week is, why he prioritizes it, and why you need one too

The Power of Human-Centered Design

Oct 16th, 2020 17m 15s

In Steve's first business he created an elaborate strategic plan, yet looking back, he realized that there was one major thing missing from this plan--the customer. In this episode of ReEnergize, Steve discusses how to create a human-centered s

Employee Struggles--Maybe the Problem Is You

Oct 9th, 2020 21m 44s

Managing people can be draining and time consuming, taking you away from other important operations. In this episode of ReEnergize, Steve explores the responsibility managers hold for the success and productivity of their employees. Introspecti

Speaking the Language of Money

Oct 2nd, 2020 20m 1s

Financial literacy can be a daunting subject. In this episode of ReEnergize, Steve breaks down the language of money in a way that is simple and easy to understand. While memorization was necessary in the past, we now have easy access to inform

Bridging the Strategy Execution Gap

Sep 25th, 2020 20m 33s

Even more so than other years, 2020 has been a year of massive change and adaptation, and while it can be exciting to plan new strategies, there is often a gap between the strategy plan and the strategy execution. In this episode of ReEnergize,

Building Enduring Value With Strategy

Sep 18th, 2020 36m 57s

In this episode of ReEnergize, Steve interviews Grant Lebahn to get his insights on strategy. Grant worked for Hensel Phelps, managing strategy and operations for 21 years before founding Resource Gravity, a business designed to guide organizat

Uncovering the Hidden Value Within Your Business

Sep 11th, 2020 16m 6s

Every organization has untapped potential that is waiting to be realized. In this episode of ReEnergize, Steve explains how to find this unlocked potential, as well as how to act on it and repeat this process to foster growth, innovation, and r

Looking to the Future When Struggling Today

Sep 4th, 2020 16m 42s

In this episode of ReEnergize, Steve takes the listeners through five key steps that will help keep you headed for success in the future even when things aren't working out in the present. First, stay true to your purpose--this may even involve

Building a Mindset for Growth and Entrepreneurship

Aug 28th, 2020 47m 7s

In the past couple of episodes, we discussed both the benefits and challenges that come with entrepreneurship and startup companies. In this episode of ReEnergize, Steve picks the brain of Michelle Yu, former HR executive turned Coach, Trainer

Startup Culture

Aug 21st, 2020 17m 52s

Much like entrepreneurship, the reality of startup companies is frequently misconstrued. While working in a startup company can be exciting and new, it requires risk, hard work, and adaptability. In this episode of ReEnergize, Steve shares the

Life of an Entrepreneur

Aug 14th, 2020 27m 33s

While entrepreneurship is rewarding, the way it is portrayed in the media today can often be very misleading. In this episode of ReEnergize, Steve explains the truth about what being an entrepreneur really takes. What may appear as a life of lu

Culture of Accountability

Aug 7th, 2020 12m 59s

Implementing strategy is not simply setting goals and laying out steps to achieve these; rather, it is an entire cultural shift. In this episode of ReEnergize, Steve explains the necessity of accountability and gives insight on how to achieve s

Transformation Management

Jul 31st, 2020 11m 33s

Last week we discussed the importance of making changes within your organization, but doing so effectively is often difficult. In this episode of ReEnergize, Steve explains key factors to implementing change that will stick within your organiza

Revisiting Strategy

Jul 24th, 2020 19m 42s

Under the current circumstances of the COVID-19 pandemic, businesses all over the world have been forced to make drastic changes to their processes and models. In this episode of ReEnergize, we break down the importance of revisiting your strat

Coltivar Connect

Jul 17th, 2020 18m 55s

In last week's episode we discussed the current technology pivot and the benefits that can come by implementing a cohesive digital strategy within your organization. In this episode of ReEnergize, Steve explains the software that Coltivar has l

The Digital Pivot

Jul 10th, 2020 17m 50s

In the midst of the global pandemic, businesses have been forced to rely on technology to communicate and function. However, these technologies were available long before they became popular. So why did it take so long for us to make the change

An Innovative Approach to Strategy

Jul 3rd, 2020 23m 4s

Understanding strategy and implementing one into your organization that will drive value and success is a difficult process. In this episode of ReEnergize, Steve helps break down the basics of successful strategy as well as the dangerous habits

Forge Patterns

Jun 26th, 2020 15m 57s

Designing a strategy is like the “Honeymoon” stage of marriage. It’s really exciting and engaging to design a strategy. However, designing and implementing are two very different things. When organizations get to the point of executing their st

Unlock The Potential of Your Talent

Jun 19th, 2020 18m 21s

In last week’s episode, we converted advantages into value with 3 different approaches, earning a price premium, cost and capital efficiencies, and strategic growth. Now that we’ve laid out the plan on how to convert advantages into value, we’r

Convert Advantages Into Value

Jun 12th, 2020 17m 6s

Last week we discussed how to build from advantages and the major benefits that can come from finding the key strengths in your business and personal life. In this episode of ReEnergize, Steve explains how to generate value from these advantage

Build from Advantages

Jun 5th, 2020 17m 43s

“Focus on your strengths, not your weaknesses.” In this episode of ReEnergize, we talk about step 3 of Outsizing: Building from Advantages. When we focus on our weaknesses, we can only perfect them to the point of satisfactory. When we build on

Power Customer Centricity

May 29th, 2020 19m 32s

Last week we discussed how people within a business play a role in strategy, but what about the people that the business serves? In this episode of ReEnergize, Steve explains how to form a strategy centered around your customers rather than jus