Tune In: The Blog

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By Marlo Villanueva May 20, 2025
"Execute with Purpose—Not Pressure" explores how aligning daily actions with a deeper "why" transforms work from a burden into a mission. When we lead with purpose, tasks become meaningful contributions, and discipline becomes devotion. The article outlines practical ways to reconnect with your purpose—such as identifying who benefits from your work, aligning efforts with core values, and reframing tasks as part of a greater mission. By celebrating progress and sharing your “why,” you build a foundation of intrinsic motivation that fuels sustainable performance and fulfillment.
By Marlo Villanueva April 23, 2025
“Omotenashi in Action: A Team Playbook for Customer-Centered Service” reimagines the centuries-old Japanese philosophy of selfless hospitality for modern teams. With actionable insights, team exercises, and real-world examples, leaders can foster a culture of deep customer empathy and exceptional service. By applying Omotenashi, teams go beyond satisfaction to create loyalty, joy, and meaningful human connection.
By Marlo Villanueva April 20, 2025
Owen Eastwood’s Belonging reveals that the secret to team performance lies in connection, shared values, and mutual trust. This team-building playbook translates his concepts into a practical guide for leaders and teams to create cultures where people thrive—and perform—through belonging.
By Marlo Villanueva April 18, 2025
This post offers a practical breakdown of the ADKAR Change Management Model and how leaders can use it to guide teams through successful change. With step-by-step guidance, examples, and actionable tips, this is your go-to framework for managing organizational transformation effectively.
By Marlo Villanueva April 5, 2025
Trust is the cornerstone of effective leadership and collaboration. This blog explores what trust truly means in the workplace and reveals how it transforms communication, productivity, decision-making, and innovation. Leaders and teams that invest in trust-building benefit from stronger relationships, greater morale, and higher performance. From leading by example to empowering team members, the article outlines actionable strategies to cultivate trust—and the potential challenges leaders must navigate along the way.
By Marlo Villanueva March 28, 2025
This blog explores how leaders can develop better strategies by blending data, structure, and intuition. Drawing from the insights of Daniel Kahneman and Gary Klein, it offers actionable methods such as premortems, strategic feedback loops, and cultivating curiosity to improve decision-making.
By Marlo Villanueva March 22, 2025
Unlock strategic mastery by combining Sun Tzu’s ancient military wisdom with the evolution of modern business strategy. This leadership playbook offers practical tools to anticipate change, outsmart competitors, and execute with clarity and power.
By Marlo Villanueva March 14, 2025
Embracing conflict through the principles of conflict resilience transforms workplace disagreements into opportunities for growth. By implementing the "Name, Explore, Commit" framework, teams can enhance collaboration, innovation, and overall performance.​
By Marlo Villanueva March 5, 2025
"When people develop rules themselves and base them on values that matter to them, they also feel a greater sense of ownership over their rules" - Donald Sull and Kathleen Eisenhardt
By Marlo Villanueva February 28, 2025
Smartphones have transformed how we connect and work, but their constant presence can harm productivity and weaken workplace relationships. This blog explores the iPhone Effect—how even the sight of a phone reduces focus—and discusses research on digital distractions. Learn actionable strategies like creating no-phone periods, fostering in-person interactions, and setting digital boundaries to strike a balance between connectivity and efficiency. Take back control of your work environment and harness technology without letting it derail your success.
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