Last week, I sat through another one of those meetings.
The kind where leaders shake their heads, frustrated about the “quality of talent today.”

I’ve spent nearly 15 years working with teams. Let me be direct:
It’s not a talent shortage. It’s a development shortage.

Yes—the pace of innovation, technology, and change is exhausting.
But here’s where many organizations get it wrong:

They pour money into new technology…
They redesign their spaces…
They overhaul systems and strategy…

But when it comes to developing people?
Suddenly, budgets are super limited and calendars are packed.
Somehow, building the skills that drive engagement and performance always falls to the bottom of the list.

Meanwhile, managers are burning out under the pressure.
And the research is clear:

• 70% of a team’s engagement depends on the manager.
• Most managers feel underprepared and overwhelmed.

It’s Even More Critical Today

We’re leading in a world that has changed dramatically in just the last decade.
A new generation is entering the workforce—highly capable, tech-savvy, and ambitious—but with some gaps we can’t afford to ignore.

Studies show:

• Rates of anxiety, self-doubt, and low confidence have risen significantly among young adults over the past 10 years.(The Anxious Generation, Jonathan Haidt)
• 72% of Gen Z employees say they want more coaching, feedback, and real-time development from their leaders. (McKinsey, 2023)
• Only 23% of employees globally feel engaged at work, with younger employees among the least connected.
  (Gallup, 2023)

This isn’t about blame—it’s about reality.
And it’s an opportunity.

When organizations weave leadership development, communication skills, and self-awareness into the flow of work, they close that gap. They build resilience, confidence, and stronger teams—while other companies keep spinning their wheels.

The Real Problem? It’s the People Gap.

Leaders aren’t equipped.
Teams aren’t developed.
Culture isn’t keeping pace.

And here’s the hard truth:
If we don’t develop our people, no amount of technology, strategy, or branding will close that gap.

The Opportunity: Build Development Into the Flow of Work

Real development can’t be a one-time event.
It has to show up in how people communicate, lead, and collaborate every day.

That’s where solutions like Everything DiSC® WorkSmart and Workflow come in.
They equip your people with practical tools—integrated into their daily work—to help them build self-awareness, communicate effectively, and lead with adaptability.

This isn’t about adding to their plate—it’s about strengthening how they lead, every single day.

Bottom Line

You can invest in lots of things…
But if you don’t invest in your people, the results won’t last. And with the next generation entering the workforce, building those skills isn’t optional—it’s essential.

If you’re ready to close the people gap and develop your team where it matters most, let’s have a conversation.