Exceptional leaders often excel as skilled storytellers, and for good reason. Once a company hits a certain level of organizational complexity, one of the most important tasks the CEO has is to craft intellectually coherent and captivating narratives about the firm, its purpose, and its performance. Failure in this task means undermining the very existence of the company; a sin…
July is Disability Pride Month, with July 26, 2023 being the 33rd anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act into law in the United States. This annual celebration to mark the ADA’s passage makes July a great time for business leaders to take action to ensure that…
Let's face it, the traditional office as we know it is dead. The 9-to-5 grind, expensive commutes, cubicles, meetings in stuffy conference rooms – they've been rendered obsolete by a profound shift towards hybrid and remote work. As Mark Dixon, the CEO of IWG, and I recently discussed in my…
In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, the role of visionary leadership has become increasingly crucial. Visionary leaders possess a unique ability to inspire and guide their organizations toward a desired future state. History has shown that a visionary leader initiated every significant technological invention. They are catalysts for change, capable…
By Dianna Booher— Standing stark naked, I started to place my phone on the bathroom counter nearby before stepping into the shower. Just as I put the phone down, it rang. I reached back to grab it, thinking my ill dad needed me to make a quick dash to the…
Publishing thought leadership content on LinkedIn is a game-changing strategy.The platform is the beacon of expertise in the ever-evolving realm of professional networking and personal branding, and the influential power of its extensive network rewards thought leaders with organic growth and lead generation. Whether you're a seasoned executive, a budding…
When AI is discussed inside companies, there's an understandable mix of trepidation and excitement. On the one hand, there are unknown workforce impacts; for example, a recent Goldman Sachs report estimates that massive changes from AI could "expose the equivalent of 300 million full-time jobs to automation." On the other…
The creator economy is booming: Goldman Sachs estimates its total addressable market to be $250 billion today. But despite its scale many creators have trouble getting a mortgage, building personal credit and managing their finances as banks typically view freelance work as inconsistent income. Cofounders Eric Wei and Will Kim…
Every organization is a living, breathing organism—a microcosm of personalities, ideas, and agendas all vying for attention. In this constantly evolving global business environment, team collaboration is more critical than ever for innovation. Yet many companies struggle to consistently innovate successfully. In my recent interview with Jim Kalbach, Chief Evangelist…
A coaching engagement can be a transformative experience for those seeking personal and professional development, but not every coaching client will see the return on investment they were seeking when they signed on with their coach. Understanding the reasons behind underwhelming coaching outcomes can shed light on the potential pitfalls…
Australia captain Sam Kerr has been ruled out of their first two Women’s World Cup matches after getting injured in training, the team announced on Thursday, shortly before their tournament opener against Ireland. “Sam Kerr is unavailable tonight after she picked up a calf injury at training on MD-1 (a…
In a declining economy, startups face an uphill battle when it comes to securing funding.…
With all of the recent news about artificial intelligence (AI), it got me thinking about…
A while back, I took a couple of my grandchildren on a tour of the…
Startups face numerous challenges on their journey to success, and failing to overcome any one…
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