The Journal

Tools & frameworks for leaders.

Field notes on coaching, strategy, and leading well — written by Jay and selected colleagues.

The Invisible Plan: How to Go Beyond the “One-Hit Wonder” Strategic Team Offsite

Learn how to prevent your team offsite from becoming a dusty folder in a desk drawer. Get inspired to keep your strategic plan alive and build real rhythms.

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What to Do If You’re Feeling Lost About Your Career

Feeling lost at work or in your career? Discover why it happens, steps to regain clarity, and how LifePlan can help you find purpose and direction.

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Why You Think You’re Clear (But Your Team Doesn’t)

Years ago, I watched a gifted leader get fired. A brilliant strategist. A connector who could influence and inspire action like nobody else. But after five years, they had to let him go. For one reason. “This sounds crazy because we love you. We believe in you. You’ve done good work here. But we don’t…

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Tips for When You’re Feeling Stuck in Life

Feeling stuck in life? Discover why it happens, what to do next, and how LifePlan with The Barzel Group can help you find clarity and purpose.

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Should You Consider a Midlife Career Change?

Wondering if a midlife career change is right for you? Learn why career crises happen, what to avoid, and how LifePlan helps you find clarity and purpose.

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Mid-Year Reality Check: Transforming Strategic Drift into Renewed Momentum

Struggling to meet your annual goals? A mid-year reality check creates a way to reenergize your team, build momentum, and create success. 

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