Blog - North Group Consultants

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...

Feb 21, 2024

If You Don’t Care, Don’t Ask | Ed’s Story (Part 3 of 3)

By Tim Heist

Have you ever heard the saying, "Your referral is the best compliment you can give"? We've all relied on recommendations from friends and family when seeking out professionals like insurance brokers, ...

Nov 23, 2021

Happy Thanksgiving 2021 from North Group Consultants!

By Jerry Murray

As we come into the holiday season, our team has a tradition of embracing a spirit of gratitude and thankfulness. We'd like to share our reflections and wish each of you a blessed Thanksgiving! &nb...