Imagine an office where everyone is smiling, ideas are flowing, and there's an exciting buzz of energy. This isn't just a dream—it's the result of a strong, well-practiced organizational culture. Building a positive culture goes beyond motivational posters and team-building events; it’s about creating an environment where employees feel valued, engaged, and aligned with the company’s mission every day. This is the key to transforming an average workplace into a thriving, dynamic powerhouse. Let's explore why practicing good culture is vital for any organization's success.

As we approach the year's halfway mark, it's time to reassess goals and plan team retreats. This summer, boost your team's performance and spirit with Translator's Consulting Group (TCG). Amidst the busyness, TCG believes in doing MORE—Motivate, Optimize, Retreat, and Energize. Whether you're planning a conference, special program, panel discussion, or team retreat, TCG's expertise will captivate your audience and drive positive change for your most successful year yet!

Navigating differences while honoring others' dignity and somebodiness can be tough, but it's crucial for fostering inclusive environments where everyone feels valued. Diminishers can cast shadows on teamwork with their lack of awareness, while illuminators shine light on the inherent potential in every individual, creating opportunities for growth and innovation. Read on to learn how to celebrate the illuminators and their role in creating a brighter, more inclusive tomorrow.

Music is a powerful force that bridges divisions and brings people together. The eBook 'What's Playing on Your Mixtape?' from Translator's Consulting Group explores how music can shape our mindsets around inclusion, serving as a soundtrack to our lives and a core driver of inclusive cultures. Join us on a journey to discover the transformative power of music and celebrate the richness of our differences.

So many celebrations and activities around the celebration of the life and legacy of Dr. King, and rightfully so. So many familiar quotes and phrases, and rightfully so. However, the impact of his words and life stretch far beyond the dreamer's speech and the comforting spirit and practice of non-violent resistance; his understanding and life-sacrificing advocacy for "somebodyness" can provide wisdom, insight and hope for the challenges we face today at every level of society. Our founder reflects on 3 ideas from Dr. King that can help drive inclusion and progress today, nearly 70 years after Dr. King spoke and penned these powerful thoughts.

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Life happens. Sometimes it feels good, sometimes it doesn't. That's universal. What separates us is how we respond to that evergreen truth, and what story we walk away with. Tim reflects on some wisdom from Jay-Z in this video blog.

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Music is the great convener. The power of connection through music is a tool we've underutilized in our inclusion efforts. Tim speaks to a recent experience that reminded him to tap into the groove!

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A new election season, an old strategy. Fear, mistrust, division and one-liners are on the menu. Many important issues will be decided a the ballot, and we will decide. A critical issue not printed on your local ballot, yet we will decide after the elections: RESILIENCE is on the ballot. Can we move quickly from despair to hope, when we are faced with the inevitable consequences of our collective choices? We can. Our Founder asks, will we?

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Business has a soul. Where do we find it? How does it develop? Who is accountable to it? Tim translates Mirrors, Souls and Business in response to what he heard from a great leader, translator and titan of business, Maritza Montiel, former Deputy CEO and Vice Chairman of Deloitte.

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In 2020, Queen Elizabeth died. Her death sparked a global conversation about the Monarchy, and what that rule meant around the world today as well as through the lens of history. This heated debate rages on, and yet, it seems we are still where we started. Sounds like a an opportunity for TRANSLATION. Our founder does just that in this video blog.

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Traditionally, many of us take the end of the year to pause, reflect, rejoice... and to spend time with extended family. The reality is that all family get-togethers are not created equal. For some, it's an opportunity to opt out. For others, its the annual ‘drama-day’, not the Holiday. Our founder offers a different mindset for the Holiday Blues, and inevitable invitations to "clap back" at this year's gatherings.

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Our founder, Tim Terrentine reflects on his childhood fear of dogs, and how that fear lingers today. He shares how his dog story parallels our journeys as leaders in our circles of influence.

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One of the most powerful moves in the game of basketball is the pivot. See in basketball, you can't advance or move forward with the ball in your possession– without dribbling it, without bouncing the ball. However, there are a couple ways you can actually move without violating the travel rule. You can position yourself to see any place on the court without leaving where you are. You can change your perspective while still being grounded, or still not ‘violating’. It's called the pivot…

While being encouraged through another's message, Tim translates one of the keys to sustained positive change; defining the destination.

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Tim reflects on his 2017 interview conversation with Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and some key takeaways from conversations with a GIANT of impact in our world.

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In a world where everyone has a microphone and platform, fueled by a drive to be heard... are we listening? Tim has been learning the importance of listening and effective strategies to increase our impact through the practice of listening, he shares some thoughts with us here.

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The Playground. One of life's most important learning environments. What does it mean to your life? What do you carry with you from the playground? What do we have left to learn from the playground? Tim ponders these thoughts and more as he visits his early elementary school playground.

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Tim Terrentine visits the childhood home of Michael Jackson, Janet Jackson and the Jackson 5. What does HOME mean? Where can we find it?

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In this episode of the Translating Life series, Founder and Chief Translator Tim Terrentine talks about a helpful strategy for being present as we navigate so many invitations to worry and anxiety.

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For every sunset, there is a sunrise. Be inspired by this quick word of encouragement from our Founder, Tim Terrentine. AND, watch the moment the sun sets on beautiful Lake Michigan.

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