We are Business Casual.
We are Business Casual.
We’re not here to hand over one-size-fits-all solutions.
Or to offer another quick fix or checklist. And we’re definitely not here to tell you to work harder or do more.
We’re here to partner with you. To redefine how work gets done, so your team can stop fighting against the system and finally just get to work.
It’s not about piling on more meetings, more rules, more SOPs.
It’s not just about telling people to “communicate better” or “collaborate more.” It’s about designing a workplace where those things happen naturally. Where the system makes the right behaviours the easiest choice.
We don’t come in with generic solutions or off-the-shelf playbooks. We dig deep into how your team actually operates day-to-day, finding what’s holding them back, so they can get their work done…and so you can focus on yours.
Because your job as a leader isn’t to put out fires all day. It’s to build an environment where your team isn’t just getting the job done, they’re doing their best work.
That’s what redefining work means to us.
The world of work has changed.
And if you want to keep up, you’ve got two options:
Keep patching the cracks with temporary fixes and hope it all holds together, or make the changes that will position you for what’s next.
We’re here for the latter.
The kind of change that’s sustainable, that outlives us, that makes your team better for the long haul.
Where it becomes not just about hitting this quarter’s goals. But about creating a place where people want to stay, grow, and do their best work. Which will lead to hitting those marks, anyway.
We’re here to challenge your assumptions, offer new perspectives, and create solutions that fit your unique reality.
Because the future of work isn’t coming. It’s here.
We know which future we want to help create. And we’re willing to bet that’s the future you want, too.
Principles we work (and live) by
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Good Trouble
Progress starts with curiosity and a willingness to challenge the status quo. Asking, “Why do we do it this way? Is there a better path forward?” is how we build the future of work.
Not by following the rules, but by questioning them.
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The Grey Area
People are complex, and so is business. We don’t shy away from the nuances. We dig deeper to understand context and complexity.
But there's one area where there is no grey: how we treat people. Diversity, equity, and inclusion aren’t just words, they’re how we work. Better bosses, better workplaces for everyone.
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Intelligent Failures
We don’t chase perfection; we chase progress. Intelligent failures happen when we experiment thoughtfully, take calculated risks, and test new ideas. Growth isn’t about getting it right every time. It’s about learning, adapting, and doing better the next time.
It’s about accountability and the courage to keep trying.
BRANDS THAT SHAPED OUR EXPERTISE
Sara McCabe
Co-Founder
Sara’s spent over 12 years as a Business Consultant and Facilitator, working across North America with industries like retail, tech, and professional services.
Her expertise? Partnering with CEOs and executives to tackle complex challenges, drive growth, and build cultures that empower teams to do great work.
She’s partnered with everyone from fast-moving startups to major corporations. Her reputation for catalyzing growth and fostering new ideas made her the go-to for organizations ready to scale.
Before co-founding Business Casual, Sara ran her own consulting business for five years, partnering with startups and agencies around the globe. Previously, she led Learning and Development across North America for Oak and Fort.
the resume bits:
Certified Learning and Development Specialist
Certified Organizational Development Practitioner
Guest teacher at Global Startup School, Viatec, Grow Tech Labs Excellorator, and Entrepreneur Canada
Catarina Haber
Co-Founder
Cat's spent over 12 years as a Leadership and Business Consultant, Coach, and Facilitator, working across industries like tech, retail, hospitality, and professional services.
Her expertise? Working alongside leaders and teams to provide strategic guidance that drives results.
Before co-founding Business Casual, Cat consulted for some of the biggest direct-to-consumer brands at Shopify. From there, she moved into their Learning and Development team, where she co-created the Executive Facilitation program, helping hundreds of leaders sharpen their skills and tackle complex challenges.
Most recently, she brought her expertise to TGN Consulting, helping large organizations navigate big, transformational change with confidence.
the resume bits:
Co-Active Trained Coach
Organization and Relationship Systems Trained Coach
Facilitated offsites for companies like Shopify and Olympic Committees
Led meetings for Fortune 100 companies like Dollar General
Coached leaders at institutions like WashU
certified in...
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our story
How We Got Here
Our career paths haven’t exactly followed a straight line, but they’ve always had two common threads: people and problem solving. We grew up watching the people around us drag themselves to work every day, and it left us wondering…Does work really have to feel like something we dread?
That one question sparked the curiosity that shaped everything we do today. And everything we’ve done up until this point.
We’ve worked across industries, teams, and roles. We’ve lived through those “table flip” moments caused by the frustration of unclear roles, endless decision-making loops, and meetings that go on and on in circles. You know the ones.
And if there’s one thing we’ve learned, it’s this…
There’s always a better way.
“It’s always been done this way,” just doesn’t cut it anymore.
There’s always room to rethink, improve, and challenge the status quo.
That’s why we’re on a mission to make work simpler, more supportive, and aligned with what really matters—people.
Because we’ve seen great and terrible leadership up close. And that taught us what actually works. And it isn’t complex, over-engineered strategies.
It’s about focusing on people, systems, and the everyday dynamics that shape how work gets done.
When you connect the dots between culture, strategy, and people, the simplest changes can have the biggest, longest-lasting impact.
And that’s what drives us.
Helping leaders and teams create work environments that make sense. Where people aren’t just clocking in, but are genuinely engaged and motivated to do great work together.
Because work doesn’t have to suck. There’s a better way.
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Creating a new way of working that works for everyone.
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Navigating the Maze of Modern Work Problems
The Ultimate Guide To Enhance Your Problem-Solving Skills
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When We Do Exactly What We Complain About
Socrates, paradoxical theory of change & vehicles of confusion
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Mise En Place For Problem Solving
And your tolerance for ambiguity
Want to learn more about how we can co-create a solution for you?
Let’s hop on a 30-minute call to figure out how we can support your team’s growth and performance.
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Great teams don’t just happen. They’re built.
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For those who actively seek to better themselves for the sake of those around them. Because we need better bosses at every level.
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