Inspired by the wisdom of soil stewardship, Hands in the Soil Leadership™ equips you to lead with presence, regenerate teams, and harvest lasting impact.
In a world of constant change, true leadership isn’t about top-down control—it’s about getting your hands dirty, seeing what’s beneath the surface, and nurturing what’s alive. Our 8-step HITSLeadership™ cycle blends the best of Lean, Agile, and Servant Leadership with regenerative principles, giving leaders, teams, and facilitators the tools to reset, realign, and renew—starting in just 20 minutes.
“Most leadership systems take weeks to learn and years to master. Hands in the Soil Leadership™ is different. Begin now, with your eyes, ears, presence, and willingness to kneel beside the root instead of debating the leaves.”
Why Hands in the Soil Leadership™?
We believe leadership is a living ecosystem—one that regenerates rather than extracts. Drawing from real-world roots in Lean efficiency, Agile adaptability, and Servant empathy, HITS™ empowers you to:
Observe Before You Act: Spot hidden tensions and healthy patterns in your “soil” with our Field Observation Sheet.
Plant Seeds of Purpose: Set seasonal goals and behavioral commitments that align teams for the long haul.
Water with Empathy: Build rhythms of consistent support, fostering roots you can’t always see.
Harvest Renewal: Use adaptive loops and leadership gates to turn reflections into discovery and growth.
This framework will transform cultures in creative industries, nonprofits, and beyond—delivering measurable engagement, retention, and innovation. 97% of course users report immediate “aha!” moments and so will you!
The HITSLeadership™ Difference: A Cycle of Grounded Growth
Unlike rigid systems that fade under pressure, HITSLeadership™ is a hybrid framework designed for dynamic environments. Explore our core elements:
Plus, dive into the Five Leadership Seasons and Adaptive Loop for responsive decision-making that bridges structure and intuition.
Ready to Get Your Hands in the Soil?
Whether you’re a mid-level manager resetting a stalled team, a facilitator building regenerative workshops, or a consultant scaling impact, HITS™ meets you where you are.
Get the Book: A Field Guide: Hands in the Soil Leadership™ for a Dynamic World by Andrew Bloo—your complete playbook with templates, playbooks, and certification pathways.
Start with the Quick Reset: Download the free 20-Minute HITSLeadership™ Reset for leaders and teams. Transform any “dry soil” moment today.
Join the Community: Explore certification levels—from Practitioner (internal use) to Certified Consultant—and our HITSLeadership™ Roadmap for organizations and independents.
Find a Partner: Connect with certified facilitators for tailored workshops.