We’ve all been on a team where we decide on a path, part ways and all generally move forward in the same direction. But, it still felt like we weren’t all moving together. Leaders may be tempted to add another initiative, approach, or strategy to help correct the misalignment. But, in my experience, what worked best wasn’t adding, it was solidifying the foundation we walked on – together. Explore the underlying question many leaders have: Are we simply moving forward, or are we learning how to move together?

We’ve all left meetings where everything was covered, yet nothing really moved. Over time, I’ve learned that meetings don’t just share information. They quietly reveal how we think about alignment, ownership, and shared work. This post isn’t about fixing meetings. It’s about noticing what they already show us. What did your last meeting reveal?