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…
Faithful readers of the column may notice there hasn’t been a wealth of video game coverage over the years. Last October, I interviewed Xbox accessibility boss Anita Mortaloni, and also have covered Sony’s PlayStation 5 Access Controller in the past. By and large, however, my reporting on the intersection of…
The concept of the ideal worker can be problematic in today's workforce, especially for caregivers, individuals with disabilities and those who are underrepresented in organizations due to the inherent biases and assumptions it carries. The ideal worker stereotype refers to a set of traditional and often unrealistic expectations that prioritize…
At age 13, Kunal Chandiramani took a look around a rural village in India and saw a problem – as well as an opportunity. Local artisans weren’t taking advantage of e-commerce. They were limited to selling to buyers within their geographic region due to lack of reliable internet service. If…
With the return to office in full swing, listening to employee needs and well-being is more important than ever for business leaders. It is difficult to recognize failures when they are happening, but their impact is often unmistakable after the fact.As we navigate this uncharted territory, as leaders it is…
The president of West Virginia University, E. Gordon Gee, is doing something few others have attempted with success or survival. He is forcing his university, one he has led and loved for more than a decade in this, his second time at the helm, to face, react to, and adjust…
According to Builtin, 46% of job applicants place a high value on company culture, and 47% cite their current work culture as the main reason they're seeking new jobs. Corporate values influence company culture, which is now one of the most critical aspects of employment.Founders should be focused on their…
Leadership is a key qualification for admission to top colleges and especially, business schools. When they think of leadership, many people think of titles: captain of the chess team, president of the student body, valedictorian. It’s Not About Titles Or Individual Achievement However, highly selective colleges and business schools are…
Your brand is not your baby.Okay, it kind of is your baby — in how you nourish it, support it, invest in it and stick with it on both good and bad days. But what I mean is, you don't necessarily want to treat it like it's 50% of your…
“I was feeling that life was passing me by.” Bronx native Jeremey Morel found himself depressed and desperate for a change in his dead-end job, feeling like he had no prospects in sight or a chance to truly realize his potential. He had a job, but was not getting paid…
Remote work sounds like a dream come true for most employees. No more sitting in traffic, you can roll out of bed 30 minutes before starting your day, you get to spend more time with your family, and you don’t have a manager peering over your shoulder. Although the delights…
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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