by Lisa Brownlee | Sep 22, 2025 | Leadership, Professional Development
We often use the words change and transformation as if they mean the same thing. But they don’t—and knowing the difference is more than semantics. It’s the key to helping leaders, teams, and organizations understand what they’re really facing and how to prepare for...
by Lisa Brownlee | Aug 17, 2023 | Coaching, Leadership, Professional Development
I have received coaching over the years, and I coach managers and high potential employees among my clients. I have personally experienced and witnessed the power of coaching for personal and professional development. Coaching is a Power Tool for leaders! But I find...
by Lisa Brownlee | Jun 6, 2023 | Coaching, Professional Development, TMDC
When was the last time you spent more than a minute looking in the mirror? Not to check for leftover food in your teeth or a new pimple (yes, sadly middle-aged people still get zits), or to practice your best Blue Steel. But when was the last time you dedicated time...
by Lisa Brownlee | Jan 13, 2020 | Effective Management, Professional Development, TMDC
Since 1990, organizations around the world have used the Team Manager Development Center (TMDC) to provide their employees with individualized, comprehensive developmental coaching in twelve critical leadership competencies. That includes MANY of you who are reading...
by Lisa Brownlee | Dec 12, 2018 | TMDC
The Team Manager Development Center includes a focus on 12 key leadership competencies. Those 12 competencies are grouped into either Operational, Interactive, or Personal groups. In this post, we’re going to examine the Operational Competencies that are...