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Jan 15, 2026

The Power of Belief: Lessons from a Convenience Store Manager

By Sally Bredeman

Most people don’t think of a convenience store as a place where great leadership happens. It’s the kind of place we walk into without much thought to grab a coffee (or in my case, a fountain Diet Coke...

Oct 8, 2025

The Leadership Trap: Why You Don’t Have Time to Develop Your Team (and Why You Can’t Afford Not To)

By Sally Bredeman

Ever feel like there aren’t enough hours in the day to get it all done, let alone grow your people? When I sat across from a client last week—a leader in a growing, thriving business—she looked exh...

Oct 24, 2024

Defining Your “Why” to Finish Strong | Nikki Shingle’s Story (Part 2 of 3)

By Sally Bredeman

In this video, Sally recaps the latest episode of The North Group Podcast, where Nikki shared how her unique life experiences have shaped her purpose and story. From her first job as a strawberry pick...

Jan 9, 2024

Strategic Planning: Passé or Relevant?

By Sally Bredeman

Is strategic planning really necessary in 2024, or has it become irrelevant? In this short video, Sally will share why strategic planning is still important, how your team should be involved, and a...