In the world of leadership, and in nature itself, balance is everything. Just as a fulcrum provides the pivotal point that balances weight on a scale, effective leadership requires a precise equilibrium between various forces—strategy and execution, authority and empathy, stability and adaptability. At Crispian Consulting, Inc., we embrace the fulcrum as the central metaphor for leadership that truly makes an impact.
Ready to balance your leadership and enhance your organization? Contact us today to learn how Be the Fulcrum® can guide you to greater success.
Leadership Development
Cultivating the Fulcrum
Our leadership development programs are designed to meet leaders where they are and help them build the skills necessary to achieve balanced and effective leadership. We focus on enhancing self-awareness, improving communication, and developing the key attributes that allow leaders to navigate the complexities of their roles. By aligning leadership style with organizational needs and the demands of each situation, we help leaders become the fulcrum to create equilibrium and guide their teams toward success.
RECRUITING SELECTION
Placing the Right Fulcrum
The success of any organization is built on the foundation of selecting and keeping the right people. Our approach to recruiting, assessment, and selection ensures that you bring the right individuals into your team. Equally importantly, we help you build the skills and attributes of all your team, new hires and veteran members alike, for long-term success and low turn-over.
CONSULTING SERVICES
Leveraging Expertise for Balanced Solutions
Leadership is not just about making decisions; it’s about making the right decisions at the right time. Our consulting services offer organizations the expertise they need to solve their most critical challenges. We help organizations achieve solutions that are not only effective but sustainable.
KEYNOTE SPEECHES
Be the Fulcrum®
Mike Lerario, President of Crispian Consulting, Inc., brings decades of leadership expertise to the stage. Through our Fulcrum-Centric Leadership® model, Mike shows how balanced leadership drives lasting success. When you invite Mike to speak, you’re gaining insights from a leader who understands that true leadership is about being the fulcrum that helps your organization thrive. Let him inspire your audience to embrace balanced leadership and elevate your organization.
ASSESSMENTS
The Fulcrum as a Guide
Continuous growth and improvement are essential for sustained leadership success. Our assessments, including the Leadership Fulcrum Assessment© and the Judgement Index™, provide leaders with the insights they need to understand their natural tendencies and the dynamics of their teams. These assessments act as a guide, helping leaders adjust their fulcrum as needed to maintain balance and drive continuous improvement.
“Mike’s keynote address at our Spring Innovation Summit received the highest marks. His insights on leadership, management, and innovation set the tone for our conference and his book Leadership in Balance is now the cornerstone for our ‘leaders at every level’ strategy…”
PATRICK EMMONS
Founder
“When several new members joined our Cabinet two years ago, Mike came in to help us develop our new team’s focus. He guided us through developing our shared vision and mission. He took it a step further to help us understand how to work together effectively and efficiently to achieve our goals. He is phenomenal at guiding the conversation and tailoring the sessions as they evolve so the team gets the best possible outcome.”
SHEILA CARR KINSEY
Chief of Staff | Vice President for Planning & Administration
Imagine a leader as the fulcrum of an organization. Positioned correctly, this leader can balance the diverse needs of their team, the goals of the organization, and the ever-changing external environment. The fulcrum is not fixed; it moves as conditions change, adapting to maintain balance and effectiveness. This dynamic approach to leadership is at the heart of our Fulcrum-Centric Leadership® model.
Our model simplifies leadership into four critical domains: communication, adaptability, focus, and influence. Leaders can maintain balance even in the most complex situations when they balance their natural tendencies with what the situation demands. Just as a fulcrum allows for balance between opposing forces, Fulcrum-Centric Leadership® is the key to finding and maintaining equilibrium within your organization and your environment.
Organizations with balanced
leadership practices are 35%
more likely to outperform their
peers in terms of revenue growth
Source: CEB/Gartner
89% of executives say that balancing leadership skills with emotional intelligence is crucial for success in today’s dynamic work environment
Source: Harvard Business Review
Companies that prioritize leadership development are 2.5 times more likely to see improved performance and 4.6 times more likely to retain high-potential leaders
Source: Development Dimensions International
Balancing Leadership
with Crispian Consulting, Inc.
At Crispian Consulting, Inc., we understand that leadership is deeply personal, while management is a structured process. Our approach merges these two aspects, helping leaders develop the skills necessary to balance their personal leadership style with the demands of their organization and the environment. Whether through leadership development programs, consulting services, or our specialized assessments, we provide the tools to help leaders find and maintain their optimal balance.
Mike Lerario is the President and Principal Consultant for Crispian Consulting, Inc., specializing in leadership development and organizational effectiveness. A West Point graduate and retired Lieutenant Colonel, Mike served 23 years as an Infantry Officer with multiple combat tours. He later worked as an Operational Advisor for the U.S. Army Asymmetric Warfare Group and NATO. Mike is the author of Leadership in Balance and Management in Balance, with a third book on the way.