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…
In my 22+ years of marriage, my wife and I have traveled around the world and experienced many different cultures and sightseeing excursions. We especially love scheduling tours with local guides who cherish their home country and know all the facts and stories to share with tourists. One specific memory…
Quotations are popular for a reason — sometimes a short piece of wisdom is exactly what's needed to inspire you, keep you honest or ground you in your values. The ones that tend to stick with you might be large ideas contained in small pieces of text or simple advice…
Do you remember when influencing the organizational culture was thought to be only an HR priority? As workplaces have evolved, CEOs realize that company culture directly correlates to business performance and growth.In a study conducted by Deloitte, "94% of executives and 88% of employees believe a distinct workplace culture is…
Since the days of the first James Bond movie, the life-and-death game of international espionage will always be exciting. Covert operations in high-risk environments conducted by intelligence services certainly make a fantastic theme for novels, movies, and TV shows. But the reality of intelligence work is far from what is…
The global aviation industry is expected to experience a significant increase in passenger traffic in 2024, according to the International Air Transport Association. This is good news for the airlines, though passengers may find that flights are even more full than they were this year. 200 Million More Passengers Than…
AI is no longer a nice-to-have but a business imperative. 70% of companies plan to increase resources such as budget, employee time, training, and technological infrastructure towards AI investments in 2024, according to a recent Slalom survey. The technology has strong applications for customer support across all industries. Recently, Slalom…
For most K-12 students across America, December marks the end of the Fall semester. While young people wait with bated breath for the start of the holiday break, the U.S. Senate is considering expanding access to community schools nationwide. The Full-Service Community School Expansion Act of 2023, legislation championed by…
Multinational workplaces are becoming increasingly common in modern business. While diversity can be a strength, it can also give rise to cultural misunderstandings that hinder collaboration and productivity. Below, Forbes Human Resources Council members offer essential strategies for overcoming cultural barriers and fostering a harmonious work environment in multinational settings.…
December is a challenging time for MBA applicants, as well as their friends and families. Business schools are calling right now with good news for candidates who applied in round one. Tensions can arise whether the news is thrilling or disappointing. Applicants’ nerves may already be on edge because of…
Recovering from burnout in a week is a challenging task, as burnout is often a result of prolonged stress and exhaustion. However, if you have a week off between Christmas and New Years, and you're looking for ways to quickly alleviate symptoms and start the recovery process, here are seven…
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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