Sprocket

"""As a longtime business leader, most recently as a CEO, and now as the dean of a business school, I have read many books on leadership; while most have some merit, almost all are also very short on the practical actionable steps that must be taken to be successful. Stephanie Hau has managed to take us beyond vision and passion to execution. Most impressively, she has done this in a way that makes it replicable. At the end of the day, progress is impossible without that."" Mary Ann Scully Dean, Sellinger School of Business and Management, Loyola University, Maryland; Cofounder and Former CEO, Howard Bank ""There are three key ingredients that enable an organization to not only attract but also retain top talent, including clarity, potential, and impact. Employees want to know what is expected of them and how they can be successful in their role. In addition, they want to know how they can learn and grow with an organization both personally and professionally. Lastly, knowing how their work makes an impact helps keep them naturally engaged in the work. As someone who researches and focuses on organizational management, I can personally attest to the impact the Sprocket framework has had on organizations in growth mode as well as those that are more stable and mature. Sprocket challenges existing mindsets, creates breakthrough moments, and helps organizations establish and/or sustain a competitive advantage."" Kristi Weierbach, PhD Organizational Management ""Sprocket provides an honest, personalized perspective to evolve your business with built-in buy-in at all levels through transparent communication. Your leadership and team members will engage in the initiative and help you bring about necessary change, allowing your organization to grow and thrive. It's a brilliant and refreshing approach for leaders of all business types and sizes. And as the new generation of workers continues to enter the workforce with unique skills, abilities, and beliefs, Sprocket helps create an inclusive environment ripe for innovation and success."" Teri O'Neal Associate Vice President, University Communications ""Successful business leaders understand three things about change: it is coming, it will be unsettling, and it will present new opportunities. In Sprocket, Stephanie Hau helps organizations prepare for change by offering a unique and logical approach to strategic planning. Her scientific analysis of the key components of a resilient business design brings renewed meaning to concepts like culture and purpose. Stephanie uses simple equations to demonstrate the interdependence of these design components and shows that failing to adequately cultivate any one of these components will inevitably cause an imbalance in the equation, potentially resulting in an ineffective plan. She also dispels many of the traditional (and tired) strategic planning myths, encouraging us to focus instead on what inspires employees and customers. Sprocket offers an innovative road map to organizations facing contemporary challenges. It is an essential tool for all thoughtful leaders."" Michael Allen President, Harford Bank ""We applied the Sprocket approach to better serve our students. Sprocket transformed our team from hard working to high achieving. The methodology was clear, and the results were compelling. It will serve as our leadership playbook moving forward."" Stephen DiBiagio, MBA, MEd President, The John Carroll School"