In leadership, it’s easy to focus on the obvious problem employees—those "forest fires" whose blatant missteps demand immediate action. However, there’s a more subtle but equally damaging threat: the slow burns. These are the employees who deliver results but quietly erode company culture with toxic behaviors that go unchecked. While it may seem easier to overlook their negative impact for the sake of productivity, this tolerance can seriously undermine team morale, trust, and collaboration. In this blog, we explore why addressing slow burns is essential to protect your culture and ensure the long-term health of your organization.

This post defines workplace culture and explores how trust is the key to cracking the culture code, serving as the foundation for thriving, high-performance organizations. By building a culture rooted in trust, leaders can attract and retain top talent, fuel long-term success, and create an environment where employees feel valued, empowered, and driven to achieve shared goals. Filled with actionable insights, this post offers strategies for developing a culture where both employees and businesses can flourish together.

David Rochkind, founder of Ground, faced a defining moment in his company’s evolution. Ground had established itself as a successful, marketing-led video production agency, but David had a vision for something more. He had recently created StoryHeat, a cutting-edge research platform that allowed Ground to pivot into a first-of-its-kind, mission-first, research-backed, impact-driven storytelling studio. Ground now offered more than just great video content—the agency offered a tool for real-world change. But with this new powerful vision came some critical questions and challenges. David turned to Rysing Tide to help him navigate the path from vision to reality. Here's how we helped him transform the brand.

Personal development is a critical component of professional success, and The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz provides a powerful framework for personal growth that can significantly impact your career. In this blog post, Rysing Tide CEO, Ryan Hodgson, delves into how adopting these agreements in your professional environment enhances emotional intelligence, fosters resilience, and improves communication skills. By applying these agreements, you can build stronger relationships, make more informed decisions, and lead with confidence, ultimately driving greater success in business. Discover how these timeless teachings can help you unlock your full potential and achieve your career goals

As we approach another pivotal election cycle, the role of technology, on this occasion through artificial intelligence (AI), in shaping democratic processes has never been more significant. Over the past six months, I’ve had the privilege of providing strategic support to a groundbreaking project at Microsoft focused on fortifying democracy against AI-driven and cybersecurity threats while promoting AI's positive and responsible use in political campaigns.

In today's fast-paced business world, understanding the roles of executives is crucial for anyone seeking insights into organizational leadership. This comprehensive guide explores the world of executives, with a particular focus on CEOs, CFOs, CMOs, and COOs.

In the ever-competitive world of business, leaders are often caught in a relentless pursuit of success, defined solely by tangible metrics like revenue, sales, recruitment, and productivity. While these goals are undeniably vital, it's crucial not to overlook the often-neglected counterpart: 'how' leadership is exercised. In this blog post, we'll dive deeper into the dynamic interplay between the 'what' and 'how' of leadership, shedding light on why balancing these aspects is essential for sustainable success.

Rysing Tide's CEO Ryan Hodgson discusses how, in today's post-Covid world, culture has become more critical than ever. The companies that crack the culture code attract and retain the best people and attract a growing segment of conscious consumers to their products or services.