Join Steve for the last episode of ReEnergize! We are so grateful for the support you have given and opportunities this podcast has provided. As we begin our transition to something new, Steve explains the good that can come from change. While change can be uncomfortable, it is constant; however, progress is not constant. This requires both businesses and people to revisit their strategies and make sure their actions align with their goals. With that said, we are excited to announce two new Coltivar podcasts coming your way. One will focus on transformation within the construction industry, while the other will be a tool to boost financial literacy among business leaders. To learn more about what is new with Coltivar, visit coltivar.com. We are so excited to share these new resources with you!

Have you ever been completely caught off-guard or hurt by somebody's words? In this episode of ReEnergize, Steve shares the story of a time when he received a metaphorical punch to the gut that changed his life. At first, Steve felt cut to the very center with shock and fear that had him questioning his business and decisions. However, while the comment was completely unexpected and hurtful, it forced him to rethink and make changes to his business that ultimately changed his life for the better. Rather than letting situations like this destroy us, Steve encourages you to pivot and grow from criticism and punches to the gut. To do this, Steve shares three takeaways he learned: Put your best work forward, use your pain as leverage to drive transformation, and do not fear rejection or critical feedback. 

While the COVID-19 pandemic has made this year especially difficult, it is not the only time of uncertainty--the future is always unknown. In this episode of ReEnergize, Steve shares three key areas of focus to help your business thrive despite the uncertainty of the future: cash, throughput, and people. Steve explains what it means to have 90 days of cash, why it is crucial for success both in your business and personal finance, and how to obtain this cash. Despite gaining profit from projects, the time it takes to complete these projects has a huge impact on your organization's overall revenue. Investing in human capital can be difficult or even unappealing. However, Steve explains why the importance of training employees and creating a productive team, as well as how we can do that despite the current circumstances. By focusing on these three areas, your business can prosper both now and in the ever-uncertain future.

How to Get the Most Out of Your Strategic Planning Efforts

Steve has been out of the office for the past week, disconnecting from the world to enjoy his own personal "Think Week." In this episode of ReEnergize, Steve returns to explain what Think Week is, why he prioritizes it, and why you need one too. While taking time to think and recenter is incredibly important, the busyness of our lives often makes it difficult to find time for this. However, prioritizing even just a day or a half-day to give yourself time to truly think and disconnect offers incredible and lasting benefits. From his experience, Steve shares his insights, tips, and tricks to help you create a Think Week that is personalized and tailored to your liking and needs, helping you re-prioritize every aspect of your life.

In Steve's first business he created an elaborate strategic plan, yet looking back, he realized that there was one major thing missing from this plan--the customer. In this episode of ReEnergize, Steve discusses how to create a human-centered strategy to drive meaningful value. Like Steve's original business, many organizations can become too company-focused, trying to beat the competition. But winning companies don't focus on competition; rather, they focus on creating value for their customers, enhancing customer and employee experience. Take on Steve's challenge and learn how placing the human perspective at the center of your strategy and goals can drive resiliency, innovation, and renewal.

Managing people can be draining and time consuming, taking you away from other important operations. In this episode of ReEnergize, Steve explores the responsibility managers hold for the success and productivity of their employees. Introspection is required to provide your team with the necessary means for success. This starts with role clarity--while job descriptions are a good start, employees need direction. Complete clarity allows for motivation, establishes accountability, and outlines the goals and boundaries for employees. Tune in to hear Steve's insights and tactics on creating an environment of balance and clarity that will allow your team to thrive and add exponential value to your company.

Financial literacy can be a daunting subject. In this episode of ReEnergize, Steve breaks down the language of money in a way that is simple and easy to understand. While memorization was necessary in the past, we now have easy access to information. Now, our focus should be on strategic thinking and application. Steve gives five basic focuses you can use to boost your financial literacy: learn key terminology, understand financial statements, focus on key performance indicators (KPIs), take a course that will help you achieve your financial goals, and get a financial mentor. By deepening your knowledge in finance, you will be able to drive incredible value for your customers, business, and your personal life.

Even more so than other years, 2020 has been a year of massive change and adaptation, and while it can be exciting to plan new strategies, there is often a gap between the strategy plan and the strategy execution. In this episode of ReEnergize, Steve explains why over 70% of strategies fall through, and what you can do about it. Strategy is making decisions to successfully position and differentiate your organization to deliver exceptional customer experience and foster exponential growth. Change can be uncomfortable and unwanted, yet it occurs no matter what. With strategy, you can make changes that are intentional and that can transform your organization for the better. Tune in to learn how to create a strategy with a framework that will allow it to stick and add immense value to your company.