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…
Managers looking for the exceptions in the young talent pool—those young employees who seem to manifest a more traditional approach to work and already know how to be managed—will be left frustrated and disappointed. It’s a mistake to assume that today’s young employees will eventually take on the old-fashioned attitudes…
Current Events Prompt Concerns About The Future. The Horrific Attacks By Hamas On Israelis and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine contribute to an overriding sense of angst. In the United States, a pending election in 2024, which has been accentuated by debates among GOP contenders for the Republican nomination for…
For coaching clients looking to strengthen their leadership skills, habits that they have either embraced in the past or over the course of their coaching engagement often turn out to be catalysts for improvement, helping them reach new levels of success and allowing them to continue thriving in their roles.…
Industry buzzwords reflect the shifting business landscapes in which they evolve, but sometimes these terms overstay their welcome. Phrases that at first seem like exciting and fresh ways to convey certain ideas and information can start to sound impersonal and outdated once they go viral and are overused within the…
A fascinating shift is occurring in consumer behavior, with recent studies showing that feeling an emotional connection with a business may matter more than customer satisfaction to today’s consumers. This insight prompts a critical question for business owners: How can they adapt and recalibrate their strategies to thrive in a…
Hey everyone, it's yours truly, Sloan Leo, the founder, CEO, and lead facilitator over at FLOX Studio. I'm excited to start doing these weekly tips to help you become a stronger facilitator. Whether you're a CEO running an all staff meeting, the head of HR running a training, or an…
Garcelle Beauvais may be a revered actress and media personality with a storied career, but those are just a few hats she wears. Beauvais is also a global humanitarian who uses her platform to shine a light on issues affecting various communities worldwide. Because of that, her latest partnership with…
This is this week’s ForbesWomen newsletter, which every Thursday brings news about the world’s top female entrepreneurs, leaders and investors straight to your inbox. Click here to get on the newsletter list! Kim Ng became Major League Baseball’s first-ever female general manager when she took the reins of the Miami…
As the escalating Israeli-Palestinian crisis continues, its profound impact transcends geographical boundaries, affecting interpersonal dynamics in the workplace. Leaders shoulder the complex responsibility of managing their employees' productivity and well-being during such distressing times. The question isn't whether emotionally charged discussions about this global conflict will occur; it's how to…
This is the published version of Forbes' CIO newsletter, which offers the latest news for chief innovation officers and other technology-focused leaders. Click here to get it delivered to your inbox every Thursday. Hello CIO readers, At Forbes, we’re updating several of our C-Suite newsletters with new features, updated design,…
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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