Good Leadership

"Role modeling healthy accountability as a leader isn't just about saying what you believe in—you have to walk the walk and talk the talk. Authentic leaders who model healthy accountability create the greatest impact." That powerful insight was shared at the Good Leadership Luncheon for Learning & Development professionals, where participants came together to explore real-world accountability challenges, connect with peers, and learn actionable strategies for advancing healthy accountability in their organizations. A huge thank you to our incredible host,?Jill Duevel, and our expert facilitators,?Suz Feely, JD, SPHR, PCC?and?Nancy Weidenfeller, Ed.D.—your leadership made this a truly valuable experience!

The Good Leadership Breakfast Series continues on April 11 with an inspiring guest: Allison O'Toole, CEO of Second Harvest Heartland. Allison is a leader who understands the power of?healthy accountability—from navigating crisis leadership during the pandemic to launching a bold strategy to cut Minnesota’s hunger rate in half by 2030. I recently wrote about her leadership journey and why this conversation matters. Read more here, and I hope to see you at the Good Leadership Breakfast.

Tickets are going fast for the next?Good Leadership Breakfast?on?April 11—have you secured your seat yet? This month, we’re welcoming?Allison O'Toole, CEO of Second Harvest Heartland, to the stage to share how?Healthy Accountability?fuels bold leadership and lasting impact. From navigating challenges during the pandemic to launching a game-changing goal to cut Minnesota’s hunger rate in half by 2030, Allison’s leadership is a masterclass in vision, teamwork, and follow-through. Don't miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and grow with a community of like-minded leaders.?Reserve your spot today!

Healthy accountability starts at the top. When senior leaders role model personal ownership, employees are 30% more accountable themselves. When priorities are clear, teams embrace accountability. And when organizations reward the right behaviors, accountability thrives. Research reveals what truly drives healthy accountability—and how organizations can harness it to build stronger, more aligned teams. Find the full research report and executive summary to explore the insights on GoodLeadership.com.

When a plane takes off, there’s no confusion about who will land it. The pilot is clearly in charge. Yet in many organizations, accountability isn’t as clear, leading to stalled projects and last-minute scrambles.?Healthy accountability starts with clear ownership.?It’s not just about meeting deadlines—it’s about ensuring every team member knows their role in achieving success. Paul Batz and Kevin Sensenig discuss this leadership lesson in the latest?Good Leadership Podcast?episode. Listen now—link in the comments!

"The story of women's struggle for equality belongs to no single feminist nor to any one organization but to the collective efforts of all who care about human rights." ~Gloria Steinem At Good Leadership, it's well-known that nothing significant ever happens alone. That includes both the progress that’s been made and the work that lies ahead in achieving true gender equality. On International Women’s Day, this is a time to celebrate the women who lead with integrity, inspire with courage, and create workplaces where all voices are valued. Leadership is a team sport, and uplifting and supporting one another builds a future where leadership is not defined by gender—but by excellence, collaboration, and impact. Join in recognizing the women who make a difference every day. Tag a woman who has inspired your leadership journey and share how they’ve helped shape your?growth.

Great leadership starts with a great team. Behind every success at Good Leadership is a team of dedicated, passionate, and talented individuals who bring leadership to life every day. Their commitment to inspiring healthy accountability, goodness, and growth makes a lasting impact. On Employee Appreciation Day, it’s time to celebrate the people who make this work possible. Thank you for your energy, creativity, and dedication—your leadership is what truly makes the difference! Tag a team member who inspires you! Operations Team (in order of appearance): Paul Batz, Melinda Batz, Erin Wilken, Teresa Lombard, PMP, Kara Dalecki, Mary, Madison Weidenfeller, Katie Batz Bowell, Stacy, Jill Duevel Coaching Team (in order of appearance): Paul Batz, Pamela Biragbara, Kim Cavalcante, Saul Davis, Suz Feely, Peter Germann, Stephen Haines, Lance Hazzard, Paul Hillen, Rita Johnson-Mills, Joseph Lippold, Kelsey Meyer Schalkle, Angelique Obiri, Kim Pheasant, Jennifer Pikoos, Krista Porvaznik, Chloe Radcliffe, Jean Radeztsky, Kevin Sensenig, Nancy Weidenfeller, Cynthia Whitfield-Story, Heather Wray,

#ThrowbackThursday to last week’s Good Leadership Breakfast, where participants had the privilege of hearing Kristi Fox speak from Securian Financial. In this clip, Kristi shares why being on a team is something important, and worth smiling about. If you’ve ever worked on a team, you know that nothing significant happens alone. Success is built on alignment, commitment, and healthy accountability. Watch the clip and reflect: How has being on a great team shaped your leadership? Drop your thoughts in the comments!

“I don’t aspire to be the best on the team—I aspire to be the best FOR the team.” At last week’s?Good Leadership Breakfast,?Kristi Fox, EVP & Chief Administrative Officer at Securian Financial, captivated the room with her steady confidence and kindness. She shared how?healthy accountability?strengthens her team at the organizational level. Her team identified?three key success habits?that define her as a good leader: ??Balance courage with kindness?– To be clear is to be kind. ??Leave a good wake?– Every decision impacts those downstream. ??Stay consistent?– Know your north star and follow it. Read Paul Batz’s Breakfast recap:?https://lnkd.in/e5aASYAC Listen to The Good Leadership Podcast with Joseph Lippold & Paul Batz: link is below.

What a way to cap off a beautiful weather week—a room filled with goodness and anticipation that spring is right around the corner.?Kristi Fox shared her insights on healthy accountability and how it's shifting mindsets in the work at Securian Financial. Kristi left the room with a powerful reminder: the best leaders focus on being the best?for?the team, not just the best?on?the team. Good Leadership coaches Angelique Obiri, Kelsey Meyer Schalkle, and Joseph Lippold shared key insights from the Healthy Accountability research, highlighting its impact at the organizational, team, and individual levels.?Breakfast participants then took part in a table workshop designed to help them identify the mindset, skills, and behavior shifts needed to strengthen healthy accountability within their organizations. It was a fantastic way to kick off the 2025 Good Leadership Breakfast year.