Blog Posts


What you don’t know can hurt you: why choosing your own coach is a bad idea
What’s wrong with choosing your own coach? Despite the best of intentions, it's too easy for bias to seep in. Learn how to preserve the integrity of your coach-selection process.

Want to create lasting behavior change? Stop only assessing behaviors, and start assessing mindsets
How can an organization create long-lasting behavioral change after training programs? Rather than targeting behaviors, shift mindsets.

Virtual is the great equalizer: How to leverage this collaborative powerhouse
This virtual environment has been a great equalizer. In many ways, our ability to meet and work virtually has helped us eliminate pretenses.

5 stepping stones to accelerate your strategy by shifting culture
Every business transformation is also a culture transformation. Your organizational culture will either accelerate or stifle the process.

4 steps to onboard and retain diverse talent
What do talent acquisition and employee onboarding have to do with organizations committed to recruiting diverse talent? Here are four things to keep in mind.

Executive presence: more important than ever
Executive presence matters. That's why we launched the Bates ExPI™, the only research-based, validated, scientific way to measure Executive Presence.

The authenticity trap: for executives, keeping it real can be really hard to do
Authenticity is having a moment, and that’s a good thing, right? In the spirit of authenticity, I have mixed feelings.

A 4-ingredient approach to organizational transformation
Regardless of size and industry, almost all businesses face 4 common challenges when it comes to organizational transformation.

Tools, duels, and rules: 3 steps for driving a higher-performing team
Looking to improve team performance? There are 3 steps to take that leverage wisdom from Liz Wiseman’s NYT-bestseller, Multipliers.

The future of work at Dow means nobody is left behind
This blog highlights Dow's approach to the future of work, which is centered around ensuring that no one is left behind.

Making hybrid work
What hybrid work looks like and the principles to keep in mind as your organization faces the challenges of your workforce moving forward.

Seize control: why “No” is the key leadership tool you need
The blog provides practical tips on how to say "no" effectively without damaging relationships. Say "no" and take charge of leadership roles.

3 pasos para pasar de la planificación a la acción
Maider Santos, Directora Senior en BTS, comparte cómo adoptar una mentalidad de Multiplicadores es crucial para el éxito.

3 steps to shift from planning to action
Maider Santos, Vice President at BTS, shares how engaging a Multipliers mindset is critical for success.

BTS Named to Selling Power Magazine’s Top Sales Training Companies 2021 List
We are so excited to announce that BTS has been named to Selling Power Magazine’s Top Sales Training Companies 2021 list for the depth and breadth of training offered, innovative offerings, contributions to the market, and strength of client satisfaction.

Social Impact Reports
Learn more about BTS Social Impact Reports.

3 pieces of advice from a board member to the CEO
Here are three key pieces of advice from a board member to the CEO that can help drive success and growth for the organization.

3 reasons why enabling sales managers falls short
Jason Davis, Senior Director, shares ideas for sales managers stepping up from individual seller to capable sales coach.

Henrik Ekelund Selected as One of Five Finalists
Henrik Ekelund, Founder and CEO of BTS Group AB, Selected as One of Five Finalists in SvD’s “2021 Business Achievement of the Year” Awards due to BTS’s Transformation to Virtual Solutions.

BTS Named a Top 20 Sales Training Company in 2021
BTS named a Top 20 Sales Training Company by Training Industry in 2021. BTS was selected for its breadth and quality of offerings, flexible delivery capabilities, innovation, wide range of clients, and growth potential.

FMCGs need to think BIG and SMALL in 2021
BTS has identified the mindsets around 6 critical areas that FMCGs need to master to be successful in 2021 and beyond.

Why "messy" leaders are the future
Research suggests that "MESSY" leaders will best navigate the new normal.

Promotion pitfalls: navigating the shift from comrade to commander
In this blog, we'll explore some common promotion pitfalls and provide strategies for successfully navigating this transition.

If you think onboarding starts when employees show up for their first day on the job, you're wrong
Four elements that should be factored into every hiring process at every organization.