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We've been sharing stories that we believe capture life-changing value and timeless principles about life and leadership.

In our next series, we're sharing Kevin Lorah's story. Kevin Lorah joined North Group in 2018 after retiring from his 27-year career as a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Medical Director / Chief of Neonatology. Through a conversation with Roger North, we see how the power of compassionate care can impact others' lives, from newborn patients to organizational leaders.

"A story gains true significance when it becomes a shared narrative, enriching the lives of those who hear it." - Unknown

Our vision at North Group is to build a legacy by offering relevant, timeless principles and life-changing value to our clients. Interestingly, we often find ourselves on the receiving end of these gifts through the stories we hear every day.

In our upcoming podcasts, we are excited to share stories that have deeply resonated with us. We will unpack these stories in subsequent blog posts, highlighting principles applicable to life and leadership. 

Today, we start with the story of Ed Ferderbar, CEO of Baüen Unlimited. In this episode of The North Group Podcast, Roger North draws out Ed's story, starting early in his career working for large corporate organizations, to his current role as leader of the 6 brands falling under the Baüen name. Ed shares lessons learned through his experiences as a School Superintendent's son, as a young entrepreneur, and as the leader of a group of companies with a strong work ethic and commitment to family.

A new leader joining your team will maintain, strengthen, or disrupt your organization’s culture. When hiring, it is important to first determine the kind of impact you would like the new team member to have on your culture.

In episode 33 of The North Group Podcast, Gina and Roger will share three key areas to consider when envisioning your ideal candidate, and interview approaches to discern how a candidate will be experienced by their future coworkers and influence your team.

Each of our clients is remarkably unique. However, a conversation we have with each client is the topic of self-awareness. And while self-awareness undeniably enriches a leader personally, our conviction lies in its broader purpose: benefiting those who surround you.

In the latest episode of The North Group Podcast, Roger North and Josh Keefer explore three different levels of self-awareness. They discuss the cultural norms and behaviors that interfere with our attempts to influence others in a positive way. Roger and Josh share how a healthy sense of self-awareness can be powerful in serving those you love and lead.

When employees trust their leaders and colleagues, they are more likely to be engaged, motivated, and committed to their work. Trust encourages open communication, and fosters collaboration and innovation. It has been said that "trust is truth over time."

In Episode 31 of The North Group Podcast, Gina Breslin and Kent Hartzler define the different levels of trust and discuss how you can work towards building trust in your organization.

Leaders impact everyone! At North Group, we have the privilege of developing leaders toward their highest potential. In episode 30 of The North Group Podcast, Roger North and Craig Schloneger discuss Leadership Development - its importance, how we define success, who it impacts, and a little bit about North Group's approach.