In today's fast-paced business world, staying true to your core values is more essential than ever. Remembering Our Roots: How Early Values Shape Today’s Leadership explores the enduring lessons learned from formative experiences—like growing up on a farm—that instill resilience, hard work, and a deep sense of purpose. Discover how these early influences continue to ground us, drive authentic leadership, and empower us to navigate change with confidence. Join us as we reflect on the roots that fuel our success and remind us why we do what we do.

Explore essential strategies to boost employee engagement, enhance trust, and foster collaboration for a thriving workplace.

A simple question - "When was the last time you made something with love?" - sparked a deeper reflection on what it means to bring love to our work. While not every task ignites passion, this post challenges the notion that you must love your job to do it with love.

Explore how human-centered leadership fosters trust, innovation, and employee engagement, transforming workplace cultures for better results.

The way we work is changing fast in 2025. Companies are balancing AI with human skills, adopting flexible remote work models, focusing on upskilling, prioritizing mental health, and strengthening digital security. Here’s a quick breakdown of the key trends:

Explore how AI and human creativity can synergize, balancing efficiency and emotional intelligence for optimal results in various sectors.

After the high of your first summit comes a dip—a space where doubt and anxiety begin to whisper that your success might have been nothing more than luck. But when you replay the journey—the hard work, the tangible results, and the lives you've transformed—you see the undeniable proof: it wasn’t luck at all, it was love, dedication, and relentless perseverance.

"In this episode of Contract Evolution, Seth Madison, CEO of FutureSight Labs, explores how today’s rapidly changing world is redefining leadership and the workplace. He breaks down five emerging trends—from the need for human-centered, heart-led leadership and the persistent ‘forever labor shortage’ to reimagining office spaces and smartly leveraging AI. With actionable insights tailored for contracting and blue-collar businesses, Seth shows us that success comes from creating exceptional cultures and making every effort 'made with love.'"

"In this insightful podcast, Seth Mattison takes us on a journey from his humble beginnings on a fourth-generation farm to becoming a high-performance public speaker and leader. He shares how embracing community, overcoming impostor syndrome through rigorous preparation, and infusing every effort with genuine love can transform not only your career but your life. Seth reveals the power of authentic connection, continuous reinvention, and the mindset shift from fear to love, offering actionable take-aways for anyone striving to make a lasting impact in their personal and professional lives."

Impact Driven Leader Podcast - How can you test the strength of your leadership? What do you need to do to build psychological safety in your company? Can you navigate the change in a way that brings both your employees and your business out on top?

As we find ourselves propelled into the age of Artificial Intelligence, it can be challenging...

Last week a leader asked me - How do I build a culture that feels inspired and called to make things with love?

I had to realize that meaning and purpose weren’t going to be found in the work. Meaning and purpose had to be brought to the work. If we want our work to matter, we have to make it matter.

During the pandemic, a simple question about my "magic" revealed how I'd placed my value in technology rather than authentic human connection. In a powerful moment of clarity, a friend reminded me that our true magic isn't in our tools—it's in who we are.

In this raw account of my first college football camp, I share a pivotal moment of wanting to quit that changed everything. After being dominated by a future NFL cornerback and feeling completely out of my depth, I faced a choice: walk away or push through. Through my father's steady wisdom and sheer determination, I discovered that success isn't about immediate victory—it's about showing up day after day. From contemplating quitting to becoming team captain, this story reveals how our toughest moments often become our greatest teachers.

It all begins with an idea.