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Vision Wheel Moving people in one direction starts with figuring out what’s getting in the way of forward motion.

Vision Wheel is an internal communications agency specialized in creating one-of-a-kind employee experiences, result-defining employee education and long-lasting employee engagement. That’s why everything we do is about removing the barriers that are preventing your team from being, doing and achieving all that’s possible.

Sam doesn’t say much in meetings but he gives off the signals. Nods, notes, taking it all in. From where you sit, it loo...
10/08/2026

Sam doesn’t say much in meetings but he gives off the signals. Nods, notes, taking it all in. From where you sit, it looks like agreement. At this stage, it actually feels easy to move on and easy to assume there is alignment. Tie it with a bow, slam dunk.

Here’s the leadership surprise: silence isn’t (necessarily) agreement, it’s information. If you don’t draw it out, you might miss the hard truth that everyone is too afraid to share.

Who on your team is quiet? And what might they be holding back?

Lucy does great work. No, scratch that. She is your all-star. You think a perfect way to recognize her would be at the T...
10/01/2026

Lucy does great work. No, scratch that. She is your all-star. You think a perfect way to recognize her would be at the Town Hall, right? Applause. Smiles. Slides. All the right intentions. Lucy politely nods along…all while cringing inside, and quietly wishing it hadn’t happened.

Here’s the leadership surprise: recognition isn’t one-size-fits-all. Some people want the spotlight. Others want a quiet, but meaningful and specific: “I noticed.” If you miss that, your best moment as a leader can fall flat (insert sad trombone).

Do you REALLY know how your people want to be recognized, or are you guessing?

Riley gets the Teams message just before lunch: “quick chat?” And before the conversation even starts, Riley’s already f...
09/24/2026

Riley gets the Teams message just before lunch: “quick chat?” And before the conversation even starts, Riley’s already filled in the blanks. What did I do? Is this bad? Why now? (Insert manic replays of the last 48 hours). So, by the time the meeting happens and the feedback is delivered, it’s no longer neutral, it’s loaded with a story Riley already wrote.

Here’s the leadership surprise: feedback doesn’t start when you speak, it starts with the story they’ve already built. The longer you wait, the louder that story gets in their mind.

Where might your silence be letting the wrong story take over?

Change moves at the speed of ownership.How it usually goes:Leaders announce a change.They communicate the timeline.They ...
03/25/2026

Change moves at the speed of ownership.

How it usually goes:
Leaders announce a change.
They communicate the timeline.
They outline the benefits.
And then… momentum stalls.
Not because people are resistant.
But because they were never invited into the thinking.
Because… change moves at the speed of ownership.
If change feels slow, it may not be a capability issue.
It may be an inclusion issue.
If momentum is stalling, let’s talk.

Most organizations try to build engagement.They launch programs.They add perks.They run surveys.But engagement isn’t a t...
03/18/2026

Most organizations try to build engagement.
They launch programs.
They add perks.
They run surveys.
But engagement isn’t a tactic.

It’s what happens when people feel their voice matters and their work counts.

If you’re investing in engagement but not seeing movement, the issue may not be effort.

It may be whether people feel taken seriously.

If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Let’s connect.

What leaders often learn too late:Most organizations don’t fail because the strategy was wrong.They fail because people ...
03/11/2026

What leaders often learn too late:

Most organizations don’t fail because the strategy was wrong.
They fail because people were never helped to move with it.

We see this pattern in organizations of every size – great thinking at the top, friction everywhere else.

Strategy isn’t the hard part.
Alignment is.

If alignment feels harder than strategy, let’s talk.

Calling all thoughtful leaders! Employee Appreciation Day is this Friday. No big production required, just something sim...
03/04/2026

Calling all thoughtful leaders! Employee Appreciation Day is this Friday. No big production required, just something simple that says: “you’re seen”.

How about:
• Naming a strength you’ve noticed?
• Sending a quick thank you note?
• Giving some time back in the calendar?

Remember, great cultures aren’t built on grand gestures. Instead, watch consistent, small, leadership moments add up over time.

This year was anything but cookie-cutter. And if we had to sum it up, it would be the best kind of hot-out-of-the-oven, ...
12/18/2025

This year was anything but cookie-cutter. And if we had to sum it up, it would be the best kind of hot-out-of-the-oven, messy but absolutely worth it, double chocolate brookie (that's a cross between a brownie & cookie for the uninitiated).

Thank you to the leaders, teams, and partners (new and old) who trusted us to help bring clarity, momentum, and meaning to their work. It’s a joy to walk alongside organizations that care deeply about their people and the impact they’re here to make.

Wishing you a season of "good tidings", rest, and reconnections, and a new year filled with purpose and possibility.

Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas from all of us at Vision Wheel.

Ever feel like you're on a different wave length than everyone else on the team? Guess what, YOU ARE! Every person has a...
07/10/2025

Ever feel like you're on a different wave length than everyone else on the team? Guess what, YOU ARE! Every person has a unique communication style and when you can deepen your understanding of what that means, you can better adapt to others.

We've partnered with DYNAMIX® because we believe that improved communications can make all the difference. In our program, you'll receive an in-depth report that looks at what makes you unique. AND you'll unpack it alongside your team for even greater impact! It's grounded in behavioural science, not guesswork, and you'll find immediate takeaways to apply in any setting; virtual, hybrid, or in-person.

www.visionwheel.ca/programs

Ready to Connect is a communication skills program for teams and leaders who want to communicate with clarity, adapt the...
07/08/2025

Ready to Connect is a communication skills program for teams and leaders who want to communicate with clarity, adapt their style, and build stronger connections at work. This training is rooted in the DYNAMIX® of Communication – a behavioural tool that helps teams understand how different communication styles affect trust, collaboration, and performance.

www.visionwheel.ca/programs

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5 Corvus Court
Ottawa, ON
K2E7Z4

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+18883562574

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