Blog - North Group Consultants

Apr 15, 2026

The Key Ingredients of a Healthy Leadership Team

By Kent Hartzler

I love food! Comfort food, traditional fare, new dishes, I’m a fan of most any cuisine. But talk about cooking and I come up short. In the kitchen, my only chance of success is a good recipe. Th...

Mar 26, 2026

Beyond the To-Do List

By Josh Keefer

“You have to see this. Look how much I accomplished this past week!” A leader recently shared with me his long to-do list with many tasks crossed off. I had to admit, it was an impressive list. As ...

Mar 25, 2026

A Life Remembered, A Leader Revealed

By Roger North

Paul died recently. He died without fanfare; fewer than 10 people attended his memorial service. I never met Paul and only knew him through my friend Greg, who became his caretaker. Let me tell you ab...

Mar 19, 2026

Clarity First, Hiring Second

By Gina Breslin

A friend called recently. She was feeling the weight of a hiring decision, and I could hear the frustration in her voice. Her organization was adding a finance manager, and they were fortunate to have...

Feb 27, 2026

Five Signs Your Culture is Unhealthy

By Derek Melleby

At North Group, we often say culture trumps strategy. Not long ago, I co-led a retreat for a large company. The gathering brought together 50 leaders from across the organization, including the CEO...

Nov 25, 2025

Happy Holidays from North Group Consultants!

By North Group Consultants

As the holidays approach, our team is excited for the traditions, both fun and meaningful, that this time of year brings. We hope you enjoy a glimpse into ours and experience a holiday season fill...

Nov 21, 2024

Thanksgiving Gratitude: The Personal Handwritten Note (PHN)

By Jerry Murray

As the holiday season approaches, we’re reflecting on a meaningful tradition we greatly value at North Group: the PHN (Personal Handwritten Note). In this video, our team highlights the simple yet pow...

Nov 4, 2024

Camper of the Week | Nikki Shingle’s Story (Part 3 of 3)

By Jerry Murray

One of our deepest held beliefs at North Group is that “All people are created by God for a special and unique purpose.” We are convinced that everyone is gifted in their own way, and these gifts are ...

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...