Where you live shapes more than just your daily routine—it influences your happiness, health, and overall quality of life. In this guest post, Mackenzie Cottles from the Shoals Economic Development Authority (Shoals EDA) explores how remote work has opened the door to choosing lifestyle over location. If you’re weighing the decision between returning to an office in a place that doesn’t feel like home or working remotely in a community that truly fits your values, what would you choose? The right move could lead to a more balanced, fulfilling life.
Welcome to the March 2025 Leadership Development Carnival! Horizon Point is excited to host the carnival this month, featuring posts from leadership experts from around the globe on the topics of communication, development, engagement, motivation, productivity, team building, and more. The Framework for Organizational Excellence by John Spence Excellence isn’t accidental—it’s built with purpose. My new Organizational Excellence Framework brings together the key elements of success: purpose, culture, strategy, innovation, and simplicity. Read to see how it all comes together. How To Build a Better Relationship with Your Difficult (Icy) Boss by Karin Hurt You know the type: the difficult
Building and maintaining professional relationships is essential for success in today’s dynamic work environment. Whether you’re leading a team, collaborating with colleagues, or expanding your network, strong professional relationships are the key to achieving your goals and innovating the workplace (which you know we love!). Here are three powerful strategies to strengthen your professional relationships this year: 1. Prioritize open and authentic communication Every great relationship starts with clear, consistent communication. But in today’s fast-paced, tech-driven world, connecting authentically can be a challenge. It’s not just about talking; it’s about actively listening, encouraging dialogue, and building trust. Schedule regular check-ins—whether
Nonprofit Board Retreat Huntsville Young Professionals (HYP) is a nonprofit organization that fosters the growth and development of young professionals in the Greater Huntsville area. Through various community-building activities—civic, recreational, and professional development—HYP serves as a catalyst for creating an engaged and connected network of young professionals. To strengthen its governance and leadership, HYP partnered with Horizon Point Consulting, Inc. (HPC) in 2024 to facilitate a Board Retreat designed to sharpen leadership effectiveness and map out operating values for the organization. Key Project Components Board Governance Values Mapping Session: HPC facilitated an interactive session to help HYP clarify their core values,
We all experience moments of feeling stuck. Maybe it’s a lack of clarity on next steps, difficulty overcoming a challenge, or simply feeling uninspired; whatever the reason, it can be hard to push through and continue growing. However, professional development doesn’t have to feel like a solo struggle. There are tools and methods available to help get you unstuck and moving forward. Below are four resources we use at HPC to help teams and individuals break through barriers and develop professionally. 1. One-on-Ones The power of one-on-one meetings cannot be overstated when it comes to personal and professional development. At