This year at Horizon Point, we’re all about nourishment—and that includes feeding bold ideas and brave new beginnings. Meet Katie Caldwell and Susan Norgren, the powerhouse duo behind Fearless & Forty, a podcast born from real talk, full plates, and a dream they refused to let go. In this week’s blog, they share what it means to nourish the female entrepreneur, redefine success in your 40s, and launch something meaningful—on your terms. Whether you’re building a business or rediscovering your spark, this story will leave you inspired.
What would you do if your boss asked you to break the law? Years ago, I faced that very dilemma—and lost my job for doing the right thing. At this week’s Alabama SHRM Conference, I’m leading a session on Ethics in HR—not the checkbox kind, but the real-world, gray-area stuff we all encounter. We’ll explore practical frameworks, cultural pressures, and how to lead with integrity when the stakes are high. Join the conversation and walk away better equipped to lead with courage and clarity.
Wondering how to take your leadership team’s performance management skills to the next level—without losing sight of your values? In our latest blog, we reflect on a recent retreat with a returning client where we built on The People First Method to explore what values-based performance management really looks like. From ethical feedback to coaching with purpose, this session was all about leading with integrity. Discover how your team can turn values into action—and performance into growth.
Not sure how to know if you should leave your job? You’re not the only one. Big career decisions can feel overwhelming, but they don’t have to. In our latest post, we break it down with three simple (but powerful) questions to help you figure out if it’s time to stay, go, or start making a new plan. Plus, we’re sharing some of our favorite resources to help you move forward with confidence. Ready for some clarity? Let’s go!
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Conflict at work is bound to happen—but how you choose to handle it can make all the difference. Mediation is often a practical, cost-effective way to resolve disputes without heading to court. It’s quicker, more collaborative, and can help preserve working relationships. But it’s not always the right fit. In this post, we take a look at the pros and cons of using mediation to settle employment disputes, so you can decide if it’s a smart step forward when tensions rise in your workplace.