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…
You know the annual drill: you and your teams gather data, identify trends, set goals and develop action plans. Your reward for producing a strategic plan? A stress-anxiety-exhaustion hangover and the assurance that your plan will be outdated or irrelevant by end of year. Where traditional strategic planning has become…
Fashion trends come and go. As apparel companies have learned to accelerate the fashion cycle while driving down costs to reduce prices, consumers have had an increased interest in what fashion brands are doing to be more sustainable with their supply chain operations. Why Are Fast Fashion Retailers Facing Backlash?…
It’s a simple question. “What is your purpose?” Finding your purpose is no easy task, and being asked about it can produce anxiety. Sharing that purpose without sounding ironic might be even more difficult. How can you be sure of your life’s purpose, when you don’t know what you are…
If you go to a Cuban cigar factory today, you will see an unusual sight. While workers roll cigars, they listen to stories (from current affairs to classic literature) read aloud by a fellow worker. The names of the most famous Cuban cigars are said to reflect this practice: Montecristos…
In the past five years, scientists have unveiled a connection between diet and brain function. This newfound knowledge has opened up a world of possibilities when it comes to optimizing our mental health through our dietary choices. While further research is still needed, many experts today maintain that dietary interventions…
Companies that recognize and value the importance of hiring and retaining employees with disabilities know what is needed to provide a culture and workplace that is accommodating and inclusive. Those companies, such as Starbucks, IBM and Northrup Grumman are committed to raising the bar of inclusivity not only for their…
Qualcomm recently released a white paper titled, “The Future of AI is Hybrid.” In the paper, they outline a clear case that for AI to develop to its maximum capabilities, it needs to be processed both on the cloud and the edge. Computing at the edge would improve issues like…
I recently discussed how lack of inclusivity can create a toxic culture. However, research suggests that only 36% of companies are actively working to build an inclusive culture.Considering this prioritization lag, I'd like to discuss why the fundamental characteristics of an inclusive organization are important and must be implemented at…
Earlier this year, billionaire financier Jay Bloom was invited to join OceanGate CEO Stockton Rush (and a small group of guests) on a journey to visit the Titanic wreckage at the bottom of the ocean. After learning of the invitation, Jay’s son Sean Bloom, a successful entrepreneur like his father,…
IT and HR must partner more closely than ever, as hybrid work, analytics, AI and data protection trends evolve. As an IT leader, you know partnering with other business lines is critical to ensure your peers are equipped with the technologies they need to win and retain employees and customers…
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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