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…
Scientists have identified a unique team meeting starter that can make a big difference in the mental health and well-being of employees. And it spills over into their job engagement and productivity. It’s known as controlled breathing practices. Breathing is something most of us take for granted because it’s automatic,…
Don’t let Tana Mongeau’s party girl persona fool you — or her Twitter bio, for that matter. While Mongeau may describe herself as a “not bad for a 5 with no talent,” the opposite is true. I sat down with the 24-year-old YouTube star to learn about how she’s quietly…
You’re working hard and committed to building your career, but you’re probably trading off your vacation as a result—significant numbers of people forfeit their allotted days off. While your work ethic and responsibility are admirable, giving up your vacation may be contributing to burnout and detracting from your health, happiness…
If you’re worried about AI and its affect on your work, your industry and your future, you’re right to be concerned. AI will shift things fundamentally—including the content of work, the work available and who’s doing it. And the changes will impact work differently than technology advancements of the past—with…
In an era of technological and societal transformation, navigating the complexities of hybrid and remote work has become a critical concern for many organizations. The perspectives of four seasoned HR leaders, like individual musicians in a symphony orchestra, blend into a harmonious exploration of these challenges and the potential pathways…
If you’re thinking of changing jobs because you feel undervalued at work, you’re not alone. According to a survey conducted by OnePoll on behalf of Bonusly, almost 50% of American workers left a position because they felt unappreciated. At the same time, nearly two-thirds (63%) of respondents said they feel…
College and university leaders say they’re committed to finding legally defensible ways to maintain racial diversity in the aftermath of the U.S. Supreme Court’s decisions in a pair of lawsuits against Harvard and the University of North Carolina that ended race-conscious admissions practices. Some institutions have taken one specific action…
A new disability nonprofit launched at the end of May, 2023. Disability Victory, is one of a new generation of disability campaigns — founded and run by people with disabilities, focused on activism, and intersectional across the full range of constituencies and marginalized communities. Founded and co-directed by Sarah Blahovec,…
Want to get ahead? Want to be seen as a high-potential contributor in your company? Get stuff done. The small stuff and the big stuff. Anything that your boss or team throws at you. Be the person that can be counted on to solve the problem and produce the goods.…
What if every great employee you (or your company) hired never left? Of course, that’s unrealistic … or is it? Joey Coleman is one of the brightest authors and speakers on the planet. His first book, Never Lose a Customer Again, is one of the very best books I’ve read…
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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