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…
During a recent coffee break with one of my senior managers, the discussion turned to the year ahead: Advances in areas from quantum computing to biotechnology are happening fast — by this time next year, big new developments will likely have taken hold and continue to reshape our world at…
With Election Day in our rearview mirrors and Inauguration Day around the corner, no matter where you sit in the world, I think we can all agree that the showdown between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, short though it was, ranks up there with one of the most divisive in…
In the age of digital transformation, businesses are reimagining their operations to meet the demands of a tech-driven economy. Entrepreneurs today are not only adapting existing processes but also pioneering entirely digital ventures that operate through integrated technological frameworks. This shift requires a structured approach to design, implement and manage…
Leadership is no longer just about overseeing tasks or meeting short-term goals — it's about creating a lasting imprint on your organization. According to Deloitte's 2024 Global Human Capital Trends report, only 3% of leaders believe their organizations are fully capturing the value of their workforce, despite recognizing the need…
This article originally appeared on Business Insider. EY, Deloitte, PwC, and KPMG make up the world's largest accounting and consulting firms, known as the Big Four.They're billion-dollar companies with a collective 1.5 million staff and influence over hundreds of industries.In recent years, the Big Four have faced a series of…
Lately, traveling for work has been almost a full-time job.On a recent trip to Southeast Asia, I visited four countries in four days — Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam and the Philippines — before flying straight home. Then, there was a whirlwind tour of Sweden, Germany and Holland that saw my morning…
When I first met former President Jimmy Carter, I had a lot to learn.It was the late '90s and I was a rookie journalist covering a trip Carter took to Colorado to help 100 at-risk youth experience the transformative power of the outdoors.For a new reporter, an interview with a…
Setting goals is essential for any agency aiming to thrive and grow in a competitive landscape. Goals provide clarity and direction, ensuring every effort is aligned with a larger vision. Studies show that you are 42% more likely to achieve your goals if you write them down, as this practice…
Monica Rothgery is a natural leader. She has trained army soldiers, managed fast-food restaurant teams, built international franchise locations, and wrote a book about it all called Lessons from the Drive-Thru: Real Life Wisdom for Frontline Leaders.The leadership journey fueled her unique approach to restaurant management and a mission to…
This Side Hustle Spotlight Q&A features JW Wiseman, founder of non-alcoholic craft cocktail company Curious Elixirs. Image Credit: Nick Kova. JW Wiseman, founder of Curious Elixirs.Launched in 2015, Curious Elixirs generated $2.2 million in its first five years — and skyrocketed past $50 million in the past five years. 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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