Through The North Group Podcast, our team members invite you into their discussions on a range of topics, centered around organizational health and leadership development.
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While it is easy to fall into the habit of “keeping your head down and getting work done,” lifting your eyes to focus on investing in a cohesive team makes a difference in the lives of your employees,...
Honor. Humility. Humor. These three words perfectly describe Gary Houck, CEO (Chief Energy Officer) and Head Cheerleader of Houck Group, Inc. And, also serve as the company's core values. In our firs...
Timeless Principles for Leaders’ Present Challenges (Part 2) (Ep. 18)
Participants: Roger North,
Jerry Murray
Recently, we’ve shifted our podcast focus to the unique challenges business leaders are facing in the current environment. Episode 17 encouraged leaders to remember and implement the disciplines of a ...
Timeless Principles for Leaders’ Present Challenges (Part 1) (Ep. 17)
Participants: Roger North,
Craig Schloneger
Since we launched The North Group Podcast in 2020, we've focused on our theme of "Brought to Light," discussing the degree to which popular phrases are truthful, usable, and applicable to organiza...
The North Group Podcast – Brought to Light: You Can’t Judge a Book by Its Cover (Ep. 16)
Participants: Roger North,
Kent Hartzler
First impressions carry significant weight in how we perceive and relate to others. And yet, as the saying goes, “Don’t judge a book by its cover.”
While a book cover can serve as a telling ind...
The North Group Podcast – Brought to Light: What Gets Measured Gets Done (Ep. 15)
Participants: Roger North,
John Zeswitz
When we have a goal in mind and want to ensure its accomplishment, we often decide to measure our progress. Is it true that what we measure is truly what “gets done?”
In this episode of The Nor...
The North Group Podcast – Brought to Light: Let Sleeping Dogs Lie (Ep. 14)
Participants: Gina Breslin,
Roger North
It’s a hot, summer day. Despite the scorching temperatures, you decide to go for a walk. Later, you’re questioning this decision as you look down the shade-less lane and feel beads of sweat formin...
The North Group Podcast – Brought to Light: The Apple Doesn’t Fall Far From The Tree (Ep. 13)
Participants: Roger North,
Josh Keefer
The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree. Perhaps this phrase evokes a positive reaction as you recall compliments you’ve received for taking after your parents, or living out your family’s values...
The North Group Podcast – Brought to Light: Good is The Enemy of Great (Ep. 12)
Participants: Daryl Leisey,
Roger North
Most of us desire to excel in our work. We focus our attention, energy, and resources on pursuing “greatness.” But with the call to a higher standard coming from countless directions, how can orga...