(That Retains Talent and Fuels Growth) By Vilis Ozols, Leadership Speaker & Former NCAA Coach There’s a reason “culture” has become more than a buzzword in leadership circles. It’s not just a nice-to-have. It’s your team’s gravitational pull—or its silent exit door. The Culture Crisis Is Real A recent Gallup study found that only 23% …
Month: August 2025
Why Teams Fail — And How to Build One That Wins
Have you ever worked on a team where no one seemed to be rowing in the same direction? Where meetings felt like chaos, communication was murky, and momentum stalled at every turn?Despite decades of leadership training and corporate development programs, most teams today are underperforming. And while the symptoms may vary—low morale, lack of accountability, …
From Court to Conference Room
In athletics, culture is non-negotiable. It’s not a buzzword—it’s the invisible force that drives behavior, mindset, and results. Coaches understand that the wrong culture will sabotage even the most talented roster. I’ve coached teams with great culture—and teams with toxic ones. Your results always match your culture.