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…
Wellbeing is a challenge. People are struggling with stress, suffering with unhappiness and wishing for greater health. But a new study demonstrates an amazingly simple way to boost your wellness and your happiness: Have a face-to-face conversation with a friend or colleague once per day. Wellbeing On the Rocks Plenty…
Republican Attorneys General of 13 states sent a letter to Fortune 100 CEOs. Highlighting the recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling that banned Affirmative Action in college admissions, the letter explicitly directs executives to avoid the use of racial preferences in corporate hiring practices. “Racial discrimination in employment and contracting is…
Human capital is a fundamental pillar of organizational success, yet it presents a significant challenge for family offices. Not only are inflation and a talent shortage escalating staffing costs, but the very nature of family offices inherently creates complexities that often hinder talent acquisition and retention. With the rise in…
In the wake of the global pandemic, the world of work has undergone a seismic shift. The traditional office, with its cubicles and conference rooms, has been replaced by home offices, coffee shops, and even remote corners of the world. But what if we could take this a step further?…
The heliotropic effect is the tendency for any living thing to be drawn toward energy. For example, if you put a plant on a windowsill, it will eventually lean toward the window where the sun comes in, soaking up those rays as the nourishment it needs to sustain its life.…
If you suffer a limiting condition, such as fading eyesight, mobility issues or total vision loss, technology can be the difference between leading in business and falling behind. Many executives experience common ailments such as farsightedness or broken limbs, temporary setbacks such as recovery from eye surgery or more permanent…
Meka White Morris was hired in 2021 as the Twins' first chief revenue officer. Today she faces the task of increasing income for a team that’s valued at $1.4 billion. A few items immediately capture your attention in the office of one of the highest-ranking Black female executives in Major…
When you own a business, you constantly strive to increase your revenue and profits. It can sometimes feel like a struggle, with many factors affecting your bottom line. However, did you know that by understanding your profit drivers, you can identify the areas in your business that need improvement, make…
Iowa made headlines earlier this year when it became the first U.S. state in 2023 to pass universal school choice legislation enabling education funding to follow all students. Utah was next, followed by four additional states, bringing to eight the total number of states with universal education choice policies enacted…
Texas A&M President M. Katherine Banks has resigned in the wake of a recent, public controversy over the bungled hiring of Black journalist Kathleen McElroy. The process had led to questions about whether the university had engaged in viewpoint discrimination and allowed external political influences to disrupt the appointment. According…
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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