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…
The 2023 Women’s World Cup, the ninth edition of the tournament, will be held in Australia and New Zealand from July 20 to August 20. The United States will be bidding for a record third successive title. Here are five U.S. players to watch out for: Sophia Smith Smith, the…
In June TikTok kicked off its #ForYourPride celebration, including in-app Pride programming and the debut of its 2023 TikTok LGBTQ+ Pride Visionary Voices List, recognizing visionary LGBTQ+ creatives, small business owners and industry disruptors who are making an impact and shifting culture. Honorees were featured from industries across music, entertainment,…
Despite the return to office mandates, over a quarter of all workdays were still remote as of early 2023, mainly from hybrid setups. In my journey helping 22 organizations transition to hybrid work, I've realized a key factor: getting your culture right is the key to success in hybrid and…
The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled race-conscious college admissions policies and practices unconstitutional. Affirmative Action opponents have long argued that admitting presumably unqualified applicants of color to highly-selective institutions sets those students up for failure because they can’t do the work. If completing a bachelor’s degree is a reasonable measure…
Geopolitical tension between the U.S. and China continues to ensue. With continuous efforts to secure America’s supply chain and increase national security to upend China’s dominance in the manufacturing and technology sectors, the U.S. government is doubling down on its measures to ensure America’s safety and economic prosperity. Earlier this…
Apple always plays the long game, an industry expert told me recently, and I wholeheartedly agree. The company is always looking at the horizon and interpreting what its customers will want and need in the future. Consider the Apple Watch and the Apple AirPod. Each faced significant skepticism when they…
Rejection is an inevitable part of any challenging or meaningful endeavor. Sometimes, rejection is explicit and in your face. A prospective client may say no to the services you offer or a hiring manager may tell you they’ve chosen a more well-qualified candidate. Other times, rejection is implicit and less…
Education has always been at the forefront of societal progress, shaping the minds of future generations. In recent years, as we further delve into the modern age, the traditional classroom is undergoing a profound transformation. This digital shift in education has completely changed how we teach and learn, from tablets…
The Walt Disney Company owes female workers more than $150 million in wages, according to motions filed on Friday in a California lawsuit. The complaint alleges that women employed by the entertainment giant were shortchanged due to Disney’s practice of asking new hires about their pay history. On Friday, attorneys…
Podcasting has become an avid marketing tool that is not only an effective way to organically reach new audiences, but with a low barrier to entry, is accessible to everyone. With this long-form content, listeners are typically more engaged than on social media or when watching short videos. The ability…
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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