Fear, doubt, feeling out of touch with colleagues. These are just some of the challenges executive coaches and former colleagues Charles Story and Richard A. Smith have addressed in their more than a half-century of combined experience working with, and
Executive Coaches Charles Story and Richard A. Smith have more than a half-century of combined experience working with, and serving as, executive leaders. They met in 1995 at INROADS, the organization dedicated to cultivating diverse managerial talent, where Charles was
There’s no doubt, the turbulence of the past year and a half have transformed how we live, work and lead. Many managers are finding this period of time – past lockdowns and required remote status – to be even more
During Pride month, Benton + Bradford Consulting salutes LGBTQ+ leaders and heroes who have had a significant impact on their communities, on our country, and on the world. Bayard Rustin American civil rights activist Bayard Rustin was a key adviser to
Juneteenth is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. On June 19, 1865, a Union General rode into Galveston, Texas to announce that the Civil War had ended, and slaves had been freed.
Six months into a year, leaders should recalibrate and identify areas of focus for the second half of the year. Ask yourself these questions so that you can best support your direct reports and organizational priorities, whether you’re managing remote
During Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Benton + Bradford Consulting celebrates the accomplishments and influence of leaders within the AAPI community. Their work in a wide variety of areas – including activism, healthcare, technology and art – has
Most often, when an organization hires Benton + Bradford Consulting for a coaching engagement, we partner with the following types of executives: HIGH POTENTIAL An employee in an above entry to mid-level role who has been identified as a high potential
Benton + Bradford Consulting celebrates Women’s History Month by highlighting women who have demonstrated extraordinary leadership and determination. Each of them provides inspiration for tomorrow’s leaders to define and develop their own unique strengths. Toni Morrison Toni Morrison is one of the
Many leaders find delivering feedback challenging and they fail to provide insights that can improve employee performance. But feedback designed to praise accomplishments and prompt positive change is essential to good leadership and to fostering an organizational culture that engages