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Why Mid-Size Companies Hit a Wall—and How Strong Managers Can Break Through

Mid-size companies are built to move fast. They’re agile, creative, and not bogged down by corporate red tape. But despite these advantages, many hit a ceiling—one that isn’t caused by market conditions or competition. It’s about what’s happening inside the company: a lack of skilled, prepared leaders.

Growth doesn’t fall apart overnight, says Scott Blanchard. It unravels piece by piece through miscommunication, stalled execution, rising turnover, and misaligned teams. At the center of it all is a management bench that simply isn’t ready.

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LEARN TO LEAD

 
 
April 23rd Webinar
 

Complimentary Webinar – April 23

Scaling Smart: Leadership Strategies for Business Growth

As mid-size companies grow, leadership pressure intensifies. Join Scott Blanchard for a practical, fast-moving session on navigating the realities of growth and change.

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April Ignite blogpost

From Our Blog

Escaping the Negativity Trap

Research shows that optimistic managers are rated as far better leaders by their people than managers who are pessimistic. Check out this month’s Research Round-up by Doug Glener.

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TRANSFORM TOGETHER

 
 
April Podcast
 

Podcast

Any Dumb-Ass Can Do It with Garry Ridge

Drawing from his new book, Garry Ridge, chairman emeritus of WD-40 Company, shares how to build an organizational culture where people joyfully do meaningful work alongside supportive, positive, and enthusiastic colleagues. Discover how “learning moments” create better leaders.

 
 
 
 
City of Riverside Client Story

Client Spotlight

Transforming Leadership at the City of Riverside

“We wanted supervisors to be able to build trust, communicate clearly with their teams, and help coach their teams through change,” explains Sandy Cramer, manager of organization development and training.

 
 
 

INSPIRED EXPERIENCES

 
 
Community AI Event
 

Blanchard Community

Exploring the Human Side of AI

AI is reshaping the workplace—how can L&D stay ahead? Join Blanchard Community to explore practical ways AI is impacting leadership, HR, and the future of learning.