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“Developing managers into the leaders
everyone wants to follow”
Cognition, Culture, & Coaching
HI, I’M RUSTY.
With over three decades of seasoned leadership experience, I bring a wealth of expertise in people development and business administration. As a Certified Practitioner with the Herrmann Whole Brain Thinking Group and a Certified Partner of the Trust Edge Leadership Institute, my approach to leadership is grounded in both strategic thinking and the cultivation of trust.
"Employee engagement was one of our targeted metrics to improve. In the 10 months of using 5E Leadership’s complete program, engagement has risen 27 points to 71%."
Mat Sumlin, General Manager
La-Z-Boy Home Furnishings & Decor
Gulf Coast Alabama & Florida
COGNITION
THINKING DRIVES PERFORMANCE
The Herrmann Whole Brain Thinking model enhances organizational effectiveness by acknowledging and leveraging diverse thinking styles.
Culture
TRUST, NOT MONEY, IS THE CURRENCY OF BUSINESS & LIFE
A lack of trust is always the root issue, and the only way to create lasting change is to solve with trust. Gain the advantage of the Trust Edge, a culture supported by the 8 Pillars of Trust.
COACHING
THE 5E’S THAT INCREASE EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT
The 5E's of coaching—Engage, Empathy, Equip, Empower, Encourage—create a foundation for effective leadership. This approach not only develops strong leaders but also cultivates a positive, supportive culture that fuels individual and collective success within organizations.
EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT SURVEY
A LACK OF TRUST IS YOUR BIGGEST EXPENSE
Your organization deserves an accurate picture of trust and engagement, with a clear path forward. The EnterpriseTrust Index is a powerful engagement survey that measures gaps in trust and provides strategies that allow you to create a more trustworthy organization.