Radicle Blog

What Makes Most People “Feel Dread” … Difficult Conversations!
Even just the idea of having difficult conversations make introverts, and extroverts just the same — RUN FOR COVER. Wouldn’t it be nice to have a system to follow? A way to enhance the chances that those difficult conversations go better. A process for having...

The Difference Between Motivation and Activation
When it comes to sales, the difference between mediocrity and greatness isn’t about motivation — it’s about activation. Here’s the thing: people are either motivated or they’re not. What we can do is inspire them and, more importantly, activate them. And that’s where...

Ready to Tackle 2025? Don’t do it ‘in Parallel’!
Happy New Year! Many are now executing on their new year’s resolution or solidifying a theme for 2025. Along with that, I’m sure your company has committed to some form of strategic planning. Three “how” questions for you: How would you rate your plans clarity...

You Don’t Have to be a Superhero to Declare Your Origin Story
In my conversations with companies across the seed industry, one question keeps resurfacing: “How do we define our mission and vision in a way that truly unites our team?” For many, it comes down to writing a mission statement, but I often find that a written mission...

How Would you Rate Your Digital Strategy on a Scale of 1-10?
Digital is the backbone of everything now. But while it's critical to embrace digital, it's equally important to understand that truly upping your digital game involves having the right people and knowledge on your side to make it happen. Only then can you develop a...

Knowing the Difference Between Consensus and Engagement Makes ALL the Difference
As I facilitate discussions around the world, I’ve come to learn what makes for a truly successful discussion that results in substantive change versus an outcome that simply keeps status quo or gets people to begrudgingly agree with something. The former generates...

Is it Soccer or Football?
This question is considered absolute blasphemy by the majority of the world but not to everyone. It is the same situation when we are sharing any message with a large, diversified audience – what is the RIGHT way to tell your story? The answer is it depends on who you...

Branding: Why is Audience-Centric Story Telling Critical?
In agriculture, and more specifically in the seed sector, we are collectively very good at sharing information – we do it all day, every day. But is that sticky enough? Does that convey the why of what we do? Last time I checked, customers or potential customers often make emotional decisions when we ASSUME they make decisions based on logic and information.

Objective Input Makes for GREAT Decision-making!
In my professional journey, I've come to appreciate the role of facilitators as indispensable contributors to effective discussions and even more so when there is desired outcome. Whether it's a brainstorming session, a strategic planning meeting, or a project review,...

Captivating Your Audience: 3 Critical Ideas for Engaging Content Creation
In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, the significance of engaging content cannot be overstated. It stands as a crucial element for achieving business success. As industry expert or thought leader, your ability to craft unique and compelling content plays a pivotal...