The Thermostat Ep 3: What Does It Mean to Spark?
A spark is created when two things collide together. What happens when an individual’s authenticity meets, or sparks, with the opportunity to lead change? — ABOUT THE THERMOSTAT Conversations and…
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A Culture of Accountability: Trashing the Disposable Mindset
In today’s world, so many products are made for us to use once and throw away. Knowing we’ll eventually dispose of something diminishes its value. We don’t make space for…
The Thermostat Ep 2: Interview with Howard Behar
As president of Starbucks, Howard Behar, now retired, and his team led the company from 20 stores to 15,000 around the globe. His approach as a servant leader helped Starbucks…
Announcing The Thermostat: A Podcast Hosted by Jason Barger
Meet Jason Barger, author, keynote speaker and founder of Step Back Leadership Consulting, as he invites you to proactively set the temperature in your life and work with thoughtful commentary…
Opt Out of Autopilot to Lead With Intention
I was working out at a System of Strength studio when I saw someone wearing a shirt that read, “Mean It.” Those two words got me thinking: How many times…
Kiva Cofounder, Longtime Starbucks President and More Speaking at Thermostat Cultures Live
Globally celebrated author, speaker and leadership coach Jason Barger is hosting the third annual Thermostat Cultures Live event in Columbus this fall featuring Kiva Cofounder Jessica Jackley, longtime Starbucks President…
Set It—But Don’t Forget It: Why Culture Shaping Is Cyclical
Let’s say you’re now standing in front of the figurative thermostat dial for the teams in your life and work. You’ve reflected on the path ahead, the important people and…
When Small Actions Result in Big Change
From the moment I first met Bol Aweng I knew something was shifting within me. He was one of those people who you meet and you know they are going…
Empowering Participation: The Benefit of Asking Your Team for Answers
Type any question into Google right now and in less than one second you’ll have millions of answers. In a time of instantaneous information, leaders often get confused. We think…
Possibility or Scarcity: It Depends on the Lens
While hiking through the Grand Canyon my family, we came upon this ridge with the most stunning views overlooking the canyon. But over to our right was an ugly cluster…
