Learn to be courageous by reading Dr. Ranjay Gulati’s book “How to be Bold: The Surprising Science of Everyday Courage,” and see my review of Dr. Gulati’s book here.
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Change and uncertainty will continue to multiply around us. Be the type of leader who thrives instead of folds in the face of it all. Read my article to discover ways to move forward confidently in spite of the upheaval around us.
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Leader overwhelm and exhaustion are all too common today. Please read my latest article to discover ways to experience peace despite the upheaval around us.
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Check out my new article for guidance on aligning your calendar with your priorities and values.
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Discover how to be a bridge-building leader who values diverse perspectives. Learn 5 practical strategies to overcome discord and create more inclusive organizational cultures.
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Witnessing true agency in Tanzania: How sustainable farming with Plant With Purpose transforms lives by empowering rural farmers to support themselves with dignity, purpose, and pride—not handouts.
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Discover 5 key insights about introverts and why they're valuable in the workplace. Learn how to create inclusive spaces where both personality types thrive.
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Learn why Intel's Andy Grove said 'only the paranoid survive' and how strategic anxiety can make leaders more prepared, resilient, and successful in uncertain times.
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Why do great employees leave? These 4 leadership mistakes drive away top talent: conflict avoidance, unclear expectations, no accountability, and protecting poor performers.
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Join us on a transformative bucket-list journey through Africa - from Tanzania's rural communities and Serengeti safaris to Victoria Falls and Botswana river cruises. Discover why Africa changes you forever. Includes stunning photos from our unforgettable adventure across Tanzania, Kenya, Zambia, and Botswana.
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Discover how Karthik Ramanna's 'The Age of Outrage' offers leaders practical frameworks for navigating polarized societies with integrity, civility, and moral clarity.
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About 10% of American workers currently belong to a union or are represented by one in their workplace. At the same time about 60% of American workers are interested in having a union enter their workplace. That is an important data point and one that should not be ignored by leaders in most organization settings.
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As a leader I’m sure you’ve heard many, many times the importance of culture. Since you’ve heard about culture before, why am I writing about it again? Because in most organizations culture is still not intentional. It is not given the attention it deserves.
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Discover 8 proven strategies to build trust in leadership and create thriving workplace cultures. Learn essential skills like active listening, clear communication, and empathy that transform team dynamics and reduce turnover.
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I was a “fly on the wall” in a client’s executive team meeting recently. It’s always very interesting and informative (and entertaining!) to observe team dynamics in such a setting. The dynamics transpiring during a meeting play out in other interactions and other settings as well, and they speak volumes about how the team works together and the overall effectiveness (or lack thereof) of the team.
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Discover how to truly pay for performance with meaningful merit increases. Learn why a 1% difference between top and average performers sends the wrong message, and explore a practical 5-tier structure that rewards excellence while managing budget constraints. Based on 30+ years of experience across hundreds of organizations.
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I recently read “Conscious Change” by Jean Kantambu Latting and V. Jean Ramsey
and found it to be an excellent guidebook for navigating personal and professional
communication challenges.
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It's April, but smart companies are already planning next year's bonuses. Why?
Because effective bonus plans take months to develop and need to be communicated by fall for maximum impact. Learn more about crafting effective bonus plans.
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Discover how workplace isolation impacts employee well-being and costs businesses billions annually. Learn eight practical strategies leaders can implement to combat workplace loneliness, build genuine connections, and create a thriving work culture that meets young professionals' needs for purpose and community.
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Discover the surprising truth about the traditional five-day workweek and explore the rising popularity of a 4-day, 32-hour model. Could AI and evolving workplace trends make shorter workweeks the future? Learn how your company can adapt effectively.
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