The Gapology Guys

Three books. Three frameworks. One connected approach to leadership. How do Gapology, IMBAR, and Speed of Purpose connect to help leaders improve performance and achieve meaningful results? In this episode of The Gapology Guys, we explore the connections between the three leadership frameworks introduced in our books: Gapology, IMBAR, and Speed of Purpose. We provide a high-level overview of each...

Three books. Three frameworks. One connected approach to leadership. How do Gapology, IMBAR, and Speed of Purpose connect to help leaders improve performance and achieve meaningful results? In this episode of The Gapology Guys, we explore the connections between the three leadership frameworks introduced in our books: Gapology, IMBAR, and Speed of Purpose. We provide a high-level overview of each...

Before you can close a performance gap, you have to make sure you’re going after the right one. As leaders, it’s easy to make assumptions about why someone isn’t achieving the expected results. We may believe we know what’s missing, but if we haven’t taken the time to properly identify the gap, we could end up solving the wrong problem. In this episode of The Gapology Guys, Mark and Brian discuss...

What if the best way to set expectations isn’t to create them from scratch, but to look at the people who are already performing at a high level? In this episode of the Gapology Guys, we explore how your A-Players can provide the evidence you need to define what great performance really looks like. By identifying your top performers, observing what they do differently, and validating those behavio...

Accountability doesn't happen by accident. It is created through intentional leadership, clear expectations, consistent communication, and a culture where people take ownership of their commitments. In this episode of The Gapology Guys Podcast, we explore practical strategies leaders can use to build an environment where accountability becomes part of the team's identity rather than something that...

Jerusha Kantasingh joins us to share insights from more than 20 years of leadership, team development, and operational consulting in dental practices across Trinidad and Tobago and beyond. As Director of Intuitive Solutions Ltd., she brings a sharp, international perspective... and she actively uses Gapology as an official consultant to help her clients close Performance Gaps, strengthen culture,...

Creating value doesn’t happen by accident. It happens through intentional leadership habits. In our latest episode of "The Gapology Guys" leadership podcast, we explore how The Habit Ladder helps leaders turn expectations into everyday behaviors that create lasting value. The journey begins with Communication to define what success looks like, followed by Understanding and Agreement to create alig...

Join us this week for an informative... and fun... conversation with Ann Marie Courchene from Goodwill-Easter Seals. Ann Marie shares how Gapology has influenced both her organization and her personal leadership journey, offering real-world insights into the impact of closing Performance Gaps. She also discusses practical ways to bring Gapology to life within your own team and integrate its princi...

Join us this week for an informative... and fun... conversation with Ann Marie Courchene from Goodwill-Easter Seals. Ann Marie shares how Gapology has influenced both her organization and her personal leadership journey, offering real-world insights into the impact of closing Performance Gaps. She also discusses practical ways to bring Gapology to life within your own team and integrate its princi...

In this episode of the Gapology Guys Podcast, we explore the powerful truth behind the idea that “You Are Your Habits.”  The daily behaviors of leaders shape who they become as business professionals… and human beings, but they also impact the performance, culture, and long-term success of their teams. Small actions repeated over time, both good and bad, create lasting impacts on communication, ac...

In this episode of The Gapology Guys Podcast, we explore the nine Root Solutions designed to close the three Performance Gaps within the Gapology Framework. Join us for a high-level conversation around these essential leadership principles and discover how they help leaders unlock greater performance, stronger teams, and their highest potential.

In this episode of The Gapology Guys podcast, we discuss The Action Gap. This is the third gap in the Gapology Framework and the one where the rubber really hits the road for leaders.

In this episode of The Gapology Guys podcast, we unpack The Importance Gap and why it often stands in the way of team engagement. If you are leading people, this one matters. Listen in today.

In this episode, we break down one of the fundamental components of the Gapology Framework… the Knowledge Gap. This is where your team doesn’t know what to do or how to do it. We explain why leaders must take ownership of these gaps when they appear and explore the Root Solutions that help close them.

In this episode of our leadership development podcast, we explore a key concept from our second book, IMBAR: The Pathway of Transformation. We walk through the process of clearly identifying where you are today—your current identity, mindset, behaviors, actions, and results—so you can intentionally design and move toward the future state you’re aiming to achieve.

In this episode, we’re talking about ten leadership traits that show up again and again in Winning Leaders. They drive performance, strengthen culture, and raise expectations. The key message: • These traits aren’t born... they’re built. • You can learn them. • You can develop them. • You can teach them to others. Listen in and start building your winning leadership toolkit.

In this episode, we’re talking about ten leadership traits that show up again and again in Winning Leaders. They drive performance, strengthen culture, and raise expectations. The key message: These traits aren’t born... they’re built. You can learn them. You can develop them. You can teach them to others. Listen in and start building your winning leadership toolkit.

AI isn’t coming… it’s already here... and it’s here to stay. In this week’s episode of The Gapology Guys Podcast, we dive into "AI: The Good, The Bad, and The Inevitable" and explore how Gapology is more important than ever for effectively leading and working in an AI world, and how leaders can harness this transformational force rather than fear it.

Gapology 15th Anniversary Edition is here! Listen to our podcast discussion! We’re excited to announce the launch of the brand-new edition of our flagship book, “Gapology: How Winning Leaders Close Performance Gaps.” Over the past 15 years, we’ve worked with organizations across dozens of industries. This new edition brings forward fresh discoveries, refined strategies, and expanded content that b...

Simplicity and purpose drive execution. Complexity slows it down. In this week’s episode of The Gapology Guys podcast, we explore how leaders can create simplicity by anchoring everything to a clear and compelling organizational purpose. Purpose cuts through the noise, aligns your team, and provides focus for what you do, how you do it, and why it matters. Listen in as we share practical strategie...

Do you or your team struggle with interviewing potential leaders? In this week’s episode of The Gapology Guys Podcast, we break down a simple, effective framework to identify and select true A-Players for leadership roles. Don’t miss this insight that can transform the way you build your leadership bench.

In this episode, we share 3 powerful tips for leading with courage—and how it can transform your team and your results.

In this podcast episode, we discuss five tips for leaders to incorporate into their rhythm to help keep their top performers.

In this episode of The Gapology Guys Podcast, we discuss the value of reviewing your team, identifying where they would rank in performance around specific tasks, initiatives, or overall, and then managing them unequally based on their individual needs.

In this Gapology Guys Podcast episode, we discuss a common occurrence in organizations that go through frequent change events, "Managing Change Fatigue." We share some tips and our thoughts on how to best set your team up for success and how to navigate the burnout you may discover along the way using Gapology.