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…
Remote work is closely linked with employee engagement. Flexibility, including the ability to work remotely, are highly valued, so much so that most experienced professionals (66%) say they’d rather leave their job than go into the office fulltime. Yet, company leaders worry that a work-from-anywhere employee base puts the company…
The Resurgence Of Employee Resource Groups (ERG) Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) are gaining popularity alongside workplace diversity and inclusion programs. ERGs have been around since the 1960s when black workers at Xerox organized to discuss race-based tension in the workplace. They are increasingly relevant today as gender issues, questions of…
I used to think that a vacation meant getting away from it all. I now think of vacation as connecting to it all–reconnecting to ourselves, our family, and friends, new and old. In "ReCulturing", my book, I dive into systems thinking — understanding the interplay of various components as a…
When my 5-year-old daughter and I got hit with a virus, I moved my clients and we kept her home from camp. With canceled appointments and a mini-me to entertain, I decided to turn our now-free afternoon into a "pretend" trip to the beach. I packed the essentials — towels,…
My philosophy – one I work hard to prove to my clients – is that work can, and should, be both joyful and productive. Productive is obviously an easy sell, but joyful? Not so much. That’s why I’ve become so captivated by the work of thought leader and kindred spirit…
Add two more names to the list of high-profile university presidents recently announcing their intent to step away from office. Today, American University President Sylvia Burwell announced she would step down as the university’s president at the end of the 2023-24 school year. In an interview with The Eagle, American…
Like it or not, social media is now woven into our lives. It's a platform that connects us, allows us to share our thoughts, and provides a space for self-expression. It’s also an essential tool for building your brand. Yet being a regular on social media can be stressful. Whether…
Leaning into professional skills and what makes us human is the secret to unlocking the full potential of artificial intelligence at work. When ChatGPT made its debut in November 2022, it changed the world forever. Not only did it become the fastest-growing consumer software application of all time, but it…
I saw both movies, and liked both movies. Lots of people liked both movies. Studios and movie theater owners were elated. It wasn’t just that the movies were good, there was a serendipity in which they worked side by side to create a cultural phenomenon. I’m referring, of course, to…
Businesses rely heavily on data-driven technologies to innovate and keep up with competitive industries. Digitization is ever-evolving, which escalates the business risks associated with data privacy and cybersecurity. As businesses continue storing and utilizing vast amounts of information, it’s become critical to ensure robust data protection measures. Now is the…
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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