As we approach the end of the year, we would like to thank you for an incredible year of working alongside leaders and organizations that share our mission of building meaningful and impactful connections. We’re grateful for your support, whether it’s following along, engaging with, sharing, or applying the services we’re honored to provide. With 2026 on the horizon, we’re excited about what’s to come and look forward to continuing to deliver content and services that empower leaders and teams like yours to make a lasting impact.

At the Ohio School Boards Association Capital Conference, our Partners, Tom and Phil, had the pleasure of speaking with Maureen Pisanick, President and Chief Nutrition Officer of Pisanick Partners, about the power of appreciation in the workplace.

As passionate advocates for the art and science of appreciation, Tom and Phil discussed how intentional acts of appreciation can take many forms (like purposeful menu creation and nutrition in schools) and the profound impact it has on workplace culture.

You can catch their full conversation in an upcoming episode of the Pisanick Partners podcast, NutriSmart SNAX. Stay tuned for the release!

In the meantime, check out “Appreciology: The Art & Science of Appreciation,” co-authored by Tom, Phil, and Dr. Gregory LaForme, to start building your appreciation habit and transform your personal and professional life. Get your copy of the book on Amazon now!

Thank you to everyone who participated in our November Gratitude Challenge. Over the past 30 days, we’ve enjoyed sharing in how small moments of gratitude can spark big changes. We hope this practice has helped you build a lasting habit that brings positivity not only to your life but also to your organization and community.

If you missed the challenge, our Appreciation Toolkit is still available for download. We’re excited to see the ripple effect your daily practice of appreciation will create!

In this webinar, Impact Group Partners Tom Speaks and Phil Herman explore how trust and shared purpose can transform conflict into a catalyst for growth.