Senior Consultant

Paul has over 40 years of experience in building, leading and operating organizations – both profit and non-profit. He co-founded and serves on several non-profit boards and has led a church planting ministry. He has a passion for developing leaders and helping organizations define their mission and structures to deliver excellence. Based on both personal experience and training, Paul enjoys guiding owners and leaders through the succession process. Paul holds a Master of Social Work Degree from Temple University and studied theology and counseling at Westminster Seminary. His areas of expertise include leadership coaching, team development, organizational assessment, conflict/crisis management, board/owner advising, and succession planning. Contact Paul.

VIDEOS

Teams: Is Your Team Dysfunctional? [VIDEO]

Is your team dysfunctional? Here are six symptoms to help you identify if it is dysfunctional and if it is time to get help.

Family Business: Will the Family Business Destroy Our Family? [VIDEO]

Will your family business destroy your family? Here are the opportunities and landmines found in family businesses, and how you can avoid those landmines in yours.

Family Legacies in the Workplace [VIDEO]

Many organizations proudly say, “We are just like family!” This can have benefits, but it can also bring challenges. Here are six complexities that are caused by bringing our family legacies into the workplace and what to do about it.

Stress: How to Successfully Manage Stress [VIDEO]

It is no secret that stress impacts every part of our world. In fact, 1 million workers are absent daily due to stress! Here are practical tips on how to successfully manage the stress in your life.

EQ: 4 Qualities of Emotionally Intelligent Leaders [VIDEO]

What if you could increase your organization's productivity by one third or your salary by $29,000 per year by focusing on one thing? Turns out you can through emotional intelligence (EQ). Here are four qualities of leaders with high EQ.

We all have our own doubts, fears, past experiences, and potential conflicts that have a way of staying in our memories and clouding our minds and decisions. As leaders, we need to clear our heads to be able to lead our team well. Here’s how.

Teams: 5 Traits of a High Performing Team [VIDEO]

Some teams just chase the next thing in front of them. Others rely on a single “superstar” to carry them. But neither of these methods will allow a team to be successful in the long run. Here are five traits of high performing teams.

PANEL DISCUSSIONS

How to Build a Business, Lead with Faith, & Let Go Well [VIDEO]

How do you build a business without losing what matters most? Mike and Heidi Sterlacci share their journey of building CoVerica, staying grounded in their faith, and preparing the next generation to lead.

The Most Important Traits of Effective Leaders [VIDEO]

Everyone wants to know that magic formula for what makes a great leader. Listen as our experienced consultants discuss traits of effective leaders, obstacles that can hinder their success, and how targeted coaching can be used to develop leaders.

Investing in the Well-Being of Your Employees [VIDEO]

Employees are increasingly interested in prioritizing their well-being which not only benefits your staff but also your organization. Here are practical strategies to create a supportive and thriving work environment that will lead to a healthier, more engaged workforce.

Navigating the Challenges of a Family-Owned Business [VIDEO]

Here are the biggest challenges family businesses face, the mistakes they often make, what contributes to healthy dynamics, and how to improve the likelihood of a successful succession.

Finding Meaning in the Second Half of Life [VIDEO]

Approaching retirement can cause both anxiety and excitement as people think about what the second half of their life will look like. Here’s what causes the fear, what changes to expect, and what questions to ask as you approach retirement.

Why You Should Start Planning for Succession Now [VIDEO]

There are 10,000 people turning 65 every day in the U.S. This means there are leaders from every type of organization who will eventually need to hand over the reins of leadership to their successor. Here’s why some leaders avoid succession planning, when you should start, and how to do it successfully.

Trust Is Declining: Here’s How to Rebuild It [VIDEO]

Trust in many forms of authority has been deeply eroding. Listen as our consultants discuss the state of trust today, how leaders should approach the lack of trust, and how to begin rebuilding it.

How to Handle Stress & Burnout at Work [VIDEO]

Stress is a silent epidemic that has a measurable negative impact. Listen as our experienced consultants discuss how stress expresses itself and what leaders can do to address it.

How Emotional Intelligence Enhances Leadership [VIDEO]

We have seen many leaders fail or not reach their potential because they could not relate well to others. This is often referred to as lacking emotional intelligence or EQ. Here’s how to strengthen your EQ.

How to Attract & Retain Employees [VIDEO]

40% of employees are at least somewhat likely to leave their current job in the next 3–6 months. Here are the most important things you can do to attract and retain top talent.

Managing Conflict in the Workplace [VIDEO]

Conflict feels like it is everywhere right now, and many leaders are spending an excessive amount of time resolving conflict among their staff and customers. Listen as our consultants talk about the conflict trends they are seeing and how to best manage conflict in the workplace.

Cultivating a Positive Culture [VIDEO]

One thing that sets a great organization apart from an average one is culture. Culture influences employee retention, talent attraction, and organizational resilience. Listen as our experienced consultants discuss tips for cultivating a positive culture in your organization.

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How to Thrive Under the Strains of Leadership

Some days the phone doesn’t stop ringing, the emails are constant, and there are multiple knocks on the door. You and I are not the first to experience this strain which comes from clinging to the role of a lonely, central leader. Here are 5 key steps to relieving that strain without diminishing your impact.