Giving Tuesday Spurs Generosity

Cathie Leimbach • December 3, 2024

Now that the Thanksgiving-Christmas-New Years holiday season is upon us, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the power of generosity. This year, many of us have been touched by organizations that step up to serve our communities. Whether it’s food banks, shelters, or mentorship programs, these groups remind us how impactful giving can be. Which organizations have made a difference in your life or your neighborhood this year? Maybe it’s a local nonprofit providing meals for families, or a group ensuring kids wake up to gifts on Christmas morning.


Think about the causes that resonate most with you. Is it fighting hunger, supporting education, or helping those experiencing homelessness? Whatever it is, there’s an opportunity to make a difference. If you’re looking for ways to give back, explore local organizations hosting holiday food drives or gift programs. Even a small act of kindness can create a ripple effect.



Generosity isn’t just about donations—it’s about showing others you care. Is there someone in your circle you could help with your time, resources, or even a kind word? This season let’s come together to uplift those around us. By sharing what we have, we can spread warmth, hope, and joy to many in our community.

The Performance Gap: Why Half Your Team is Burning Out

By Cathie Leimbach • September 30, 2025
Based on insights from James Hewitt's "Regenerative Performance" Something's not adding up in today's workplace. While companies demand more from their teams, the results tell a concerning story. Research shows that 50% of employees now show clear signs of burnout, and an alarming 73% feel disconnected from their work. James Hewitt, performance expert and author of "Regenerative Performance," points to a critical mismatch. We're asking people to perform at peak levels without giving them what they need to recover and recharge. Think of it like a smartphone. You can't expect your phone to run at full power all day without plugging it in. Yet that's exactly what we're doing to our workforce. We pile on meetings, deadlines, and pressure while cutting back on the very things that restore energy: breaks, development time, and meaningful connection. The solution isn't working less—it's working smarter. Hewitt's research reveals that sustainable high performance comes from balancing intense effort with intentional recovery. Teams that build in time to recharge actually outperform those that push through exhaustion. Smart leaders are already making the shift. They're protecting their people's energy as carefully as they manage their budgets. Because burned-out employees don't just hurt themselves—they hurt the bottom line too. Want to dive deeper into this issue? View The Burnout Crisis to understand the full scope of this workplace challenge. "Sustainable high performance comes from the rhythm of oscillation—not from the intensity of effort alone." —James Hewitt

Why Boring Beats Brilliant

By Cathie Leimbach • September 23, 2025
Craig Groeschel's Blueprint for Real Leadership