Giant Leap Consulting

09/02/2026

Fear is bad for business.

It lowers morale. Stifles innovation. Drives people to cover their tails, hide mistakes, avoid risks, and keep quiet when they should speak up.

And sometimes, fear becomes so embedded in an organization that people stop recognizing it.

Learn the five warning signs and read the full post here:

https://www.giantleapconsulting.com/courageous-leadership/5-signs-that-your-organization-needs-courage-building/

09/01/2026

In this clip from the Leadership Essentials Academy, Bill Treasurer explains that leaders don't run away from problems but find problems and get involved in solving them. Learn more: https://courage.mykajabi.com/leadership-essentials-academy

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/c2wVoRVgJ5A

In this clip from the Leadership Essentials Academy, Bill Treasurer...

08/31/2026

A core belief of GLC is that our clients are really, really smart people, especially about their business. We tap into their smarts in every workshop we do, by including their stories, examples, insights, and best practices.

During a workshop on the importance of "putting people first," the a crew leader said something that bottom-lined the point: how you treat your crew is how the job will go.

He's right. If you provide clear direction, define roles and responsibilities (R&Rs), take time to develop people, go to bat for them, and get them the resources they need to do the job, the job will almost certainly be a success.

We loved the quote so much that during a break, we had AI create a graphic (below) and had it up on the screen when people returned to the training room.

08/28/2026

After every painful career moment comes a decision.

Defend yourself.
Or develop yourself.

It's tempting to explain away criticism or convince yourself everyone else was wrong.

But humility creates opportunities that arrogance never will.

Which choice are you making? https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/anatomy-butt-kick-overcoming-career-setback-bill-treasurer-uz09e/

08/27/2026

The best part of leading isn’t the title, the authority, or even the results.

It’s seeing someone you’ve invested in become a leader in their own right.

Over nearly two decades of leadership development work, Bill Treasurer has watched emerging leaders grow from uncertain rookies into confident, thoughtful leaders—and then begin developing others themselves.

That’s the real dividend of great leadership: more great leadership.

Leadership is a privilege. Done well, it can influence the trajectory of someone’s career and create a legacy that continues long after a leader’s own role ends.

In his latest article, Bill shares what makes the hard work of leadership worthwhile—and offers practical ways leaders can build a lasting leadership legacy.

Read “The Best Part of Leading”:
https://www.giantleapconsulting.com/leadership-development/the-best-part-of-leading/

08/26/2026

What keeps you connected to your inner compass?

Leadership doesn’t begin with strategy or authority. It begins with the inner work that shapes who you are and what you stand for.

For some, that inner work is prayer. For others, it’s reflection, meditation, or another practice that creates space to listen to the voice of conscience and integrity

The practice itself is personal. The impact on leadership is not.

Those quiet moments help us check our motives, steady ourselves under pressure, and remember that the people we lead are human beings deserving of dignity, fairness, and care.

Leadership flows from the inside out.

In my latest blog, I explore the connection between spirituality, inner work, and the kind of grounded leadership people trust and follow.

Read The Quiet Practice That Strengthens Leadership: https://www.giantleapconsulting.com/leadership-development/the-quiet-practice-that-strengthens-leadership/

08/25/2026

Influence isn’t just about what you say. It’s about how well your message reaches the other person.

We are glad to be included in the August Leadership Development Digest with my article, “Adapting to Your Boss Without Losing Yourself.”

Adjusting how you communicate to match your boss’s preferences doesn’t mean compromising who you are. It’s a practical leadership skill that can strengthen relationships, build trust, and help your ideas gain traction.

The August Digest, hosted by Susan Mazza, brings together 21 articles and a podcast from leadership thinkers covering communication, culture, growth, change, trust, AI, and more.

Explore the full digest:
https://randomactsofleadership.com/august-2026-leadership-development-digest/



https://randomactsofleadership.com/august-2026-leadership-development-digest/

The August 2026 Leadership Development Digest: 21 articles and a podcast on leadership, culture, and AI, from Susan Mazza and 21 other voices.

08/24/2026

Leadership gets stronger one courageous action—and sometimes just two words—at a time.

From August 24 through September 4, Berrett-Koehler is offering 35% off all books during its Lead Into Fall Sale, including my books Courage Goes to Work (https://bkconnection.com/products/9781523098569_courage-goes-to-work ) and Leadership Two Words at a Time ( https://bkconnection.com/products/9781523003181_leadership-two-words-at-a-time ).

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And for orders over $65, use FREESHIP for free shipping.

If either book has been on your reading list, this is a great time to grab a copy—or share one with a leader who could use it.

08/21/2026

A sizable portion of Giant Leap's client portfolio comes from people who experienced our services at one company and reconnected with us when they moved on to another company.

In June, we continued our strategic planning work with PirTano Construction, a Chicago-based construction company. The company's CEO, Tim Bradley, is a longtime friend and client whom we first met two decades ago at Aldridge Electric Inc.

08/20/2026

Ever wonder why we’re called Giant Leap Consulting?

The name is inspired by our founder, Bill Treasurer’s past. For seven years, Bill literally took giant leaps for a living as a member of the U.S. High Diving Team.

He would climb a 100-foot ladder, stand on a one-foot-by-one-foot platform, and hurl himself off, reaching speeds of more than 50 mph before plunging into a pool just 10 feet deep.

That experience became the perfect metaphor for the work we do today.

At Giant Leap Consulting, we help people and organizations confront their own high dives: the challenges, risks, and opportunities that require courage.

So, what’s your high dive? What platform of safety might actually become dangerous if you stay on it too long? And what leap into discomfort could help you grow, progress, and evolve?

Join Bill as he shares the story behind Giant Leap Consulting and explores what it means to move beyond the comfort zone.

Watch here: https://youtu.be/9Dp5gfLc4mE?si=6V_PGIxuSeiw5zTz&utm_source=chatgpt.com

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