Jay Syverson

Transitions: When Careers and Life Goals Adjust for the World Around Us For most of us, there are very few constants in our lives. We often find ourselves in a fairly constant state of transition. No matter how much we try to plan for or manage our lives and our careers, things will change. How we manage the transition from where we were to where we are going is best supported with some guardrails to keep us on a positive path. Many transitions don’t surprise us. They are part of a plan, a...

How can organizations ensure they have the right talent in the right seats to accomplish their key goals? This is a challenge every leader faces, especially as priorities shift and industries grow more complex. Success Is Always About People Across every industry and organization, one truth remains: business success is inseparable from the talented people who drive it. Good leaders invest in building and supporting strong teams, recognizing that this is an ongoing journey, not a final...

Some of life’s most joyful moments are when we realize we have learned just as much from those we teach. Years ago, my middle school son came home, bursting with excitement to share a revelation—a rare moment, and one I cherished. He told me, “Dad, the answer is seven.” That conviction caught my attention. I paused and asked, “That’s great. What’s the question?” He slowed, thoughtful. “What do most great leaders in history have in common? They had about six or seven people by their side when...