Lateral Solutions

01/08/2026

2025 was a really good year—and also a revealing one.

Growth, change, clarity… none of it happens by accident.

What’s exciting is that 2026 is already shaping up even better.

I’m honored to be booking keynote and workshop engagements with a national hospitality leadership conference and a national association of industry managers.

I’ve also been adapting my Executive Workshop on Curious Leadership into a conference format—keeping it practical, challenging, and immediately useful.

More than anything, this season has reinforced something I believe deeply:
when leaders get curious, build strong systems, and truly trust the process, momentum follows.

Looking forward to what’s ahead.

11/19/2025

Check out this great podcast I had the privilege of being a guest on:
https://www.buzzsprout.com/606496/episodes/17854735

10/13/2025

Upcoming Webinar....

What if the reason your team is stuck… is you?

(Not because you’re not trying hard enough—but because you’re stuck leading the way it’s always been done.)

We don’t need more hustle. We need new ways of thinking, working, and connecting.

That’s exactly what I’m breaking down in a free, fast-paced session for growth-minded leaders:

🔹 Leading for What’s Next

📅 October 30, 3:00 PM ET

🎯 Built for founders, execs, and change agents

🎟️ Register free → https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1803141547909?aff=oddtdtcreator

You’ll learn:

✅ The 3 mindset shifts that unlock momentum

✅ Why even great teams stall—and how to fix it

✅ How to stop being the bottleneck (yes, even you)

✅ PLUS a free Leadership Clarity Diagnostic

This is what next-level leadership looks like.

If you lead people or strategy, don’t miss this.

👉 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1803141547909?aff=oddtdtcreator

Rethinking How We Think, Work, and Connect in the New Era of Leadership

09/16/2025

Curious leaders build better businesses.

They ask better questions.
They lead through uncertainty.
And they inspire teams to think, grow, and execute at a higher level.

I’ve worked with dozens of organizations — and time after time, the most transformative change starts with curious leadership.

If you’re ready to assess your own leadership style and growth potential, I built a tool to help:

✅ Pinpoint your dominant leadership archetype
✅ Measure yourself against the Curious Leader benchmark
✅ Get tailored insights to grow

👉 https://bit.ly/4njRGt4

06/04/2025

Curiosity isn't soft. It's the skill that sets high-performing teams apart.

When leaders ask better questions, teams think critically, speak up, and take ownership. 💬

Want to shift your team’s mindset? Book a Curious Leader Workshop to start the transformation.

06/02/2025

Too many teams get stuck waiting for answers from the top. That’s a symptom of outdated leadership habits.

The Curious Leader Workshop trains leaders to use questions as strategic tools. This is hands-on learning that shows how better inquiry leads to faster decisions and stronger engagement. 💬

Bring your team into a new way of leading.

📍 Learn more: https://think-lateral.com/lp-2/

05/30/2025

Many teams operate in chaos without realizing it. Disconnected processes, unclear priorities, and duplicated work become the norm, not the exception. 🧩

An operational audit isn’t about adding more to your plate. It’s about uncovering the bottlenecks quietly draining your time and revenue.

Book an audit call today and let’s identify where your systems are holding you back. 🎯

05/28/2025

We’re proud to see The Curious Leader featured in Times Square. 📚

Jon Bassford’s approach to leadership is built on one principle: ask better questions to unlock growth, innovation, and change.

This is a big moment for the message we stand behind.

👉 Order the book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DT4YJ5LK

05/26/2025

Most teams aren’t underperforming because of lack of talent. They’re missing alignment. ⚙️

The Curious Leader Workshop is a private 3-hour session designed to help leadership teams shift how they solve problems, make decisions, and lead through change.

Led by Jon Bassford, this workshop equips your team to think strategically, challenge assumptions, and uncover untapped potential across your operations and culture.

📩 Learn how it works: https://think-lateral.com/lp-2/

05/07/2025

Curious leaders drive change, but a curious culture makes it sustainable.

If only leadership is asking questions, innovation stays at the top. If everyone is encouraged to challenge processes, explore ideas, and share solutions, momentum builds across the organization.

Encourage your team to ask:
✅ Why do we do it this way?
✅ Is there a better approach?
✅ What would happen if we tried something different?

When curiosity is embraced at every level, teams feel empowered. Empowered teams drive real change.

How do you encourage curiosity in your organization? Drop your thoughts in the comments! ⬇️

https://think-lateral.com/

05/05/2025

Big transformations don’t always require massive investments. Sometimes, one process tweak saves hours of work and thousands of dollars. 💰

How much time does your team waste on outdated processes? Businesses that evaluate workflows, streamline operations, and remove bottlenecks see an increase in productivity without overloading employees.

🚀 Let’s assess where small changes can drive big results.

https://think-lateral.com/