🌱 THS Archetypes as Houseplants: Leadership in the Plant Aisle



🌿 Leaf It Alone: The Management Personalities Thriving
(or Dying) on Your Desk

There comes a moment in every leader’s life when you look at the wilting plant on your desk, sigh theatrically, and think: “Same.” The plant world and the people-leading world share one cosmic truth: everyone is just trying to grow without being emotionally overwatered, dramatically under-watered, or placed in direct sunlight without permission.

Houseplants are basically coworkers who can’t talk. Leadership archetypes are coworkers with stories to tell—you just have to listen closely. Together? A botanical personality test I promise is more accurate than anything HR has ever sent you.

Gather your watering can; we’re going in.


😮‍💨 Mindfulness MINUTE

Before you sprint into the weekend, pause. You did a lot this week — even if your brain’s telling you otherwise. Big wins, small progress, micro kindnesses… it all counts. Take sixty seconds to actually feel proud before you close your laptop. Mini-mindfulness moment → activated.


📰 The Human Solution NEWS!

We’re moving into Bamboo!
This December, The Human Solution is making a new home in downtown Grand Rapids at Bamboo — a coworking space built for connection, creativity, and community. Expect future workshops, member events, and maybe even a coffee (or cocktail) together.


😹 Joy Audit:

Joy works like a tiny neurological tune-up. When you laugh, smile, or even feel a flicker of delight, your brain releases a quick hit of dopamine and oxytocin—those friendly chemicals that tell your nervous system, “You’re safe. You can breathe.” It’s not escapism—it’s maintenance.

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The Human Solution is now recognized by SHRM to offer PDCs for SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP® recertification activities, like SHE and ManageSmart.

SHE and MSmart are approved for 9 general HR credit hours toward aPHR®, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™, and SPHRi™ recertification through HRCI.

The Human Solution

Leadership isn’t just a title. It’s a skill. And too often, managers are promoted for their individual contributions—then left to figure out leadership on their own. That’s a recipe for burnout, discomfort, and a whole lot of stress. At The Human Solution, we believe management is a professional skill set in its own right. And if you want to build high-performing teams and create a culture that thrives, your managers need the right tools—not just instincts.

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