Picture this: You’re at a big party, surrounded by people, but you might as well be invisible. That’s exactly how 1 in 5 employees feel at work right now, according to recent data from Harvard Business Review. Despite all the Slack channels, Zoom meetings, and office social events, workers are feeling more alone than ever. […]
In a world crowded with leadership advice, the most important question often goes unasked: “What do YOU want your leadership reputation to be?” While countless books list the attributes of “good leaders,” the truth is that true leadership isn’t about checking off boxes from someone else’s list. It’s about consciously creating your own unique leadership […]
In today’s rapidly evolving workplace, a new leadership paradigm is emerging—one that requires skills beyond traditional management approaches. I call this “orchestration leadership,” and like a conductor guiding a symphony orchestra, today’s leaders must harmonize a diverse ensemble of talents, including both human colleagues and artificial intelligence. The Conductor’s Perspective Think about what a conductor […]
You know that awkward moment at parties when someone asks, “So, what do you do?” and your brain short-circuits trying to find the perfect job title? Welcome to my daily existence. I’m a business coach. No wait—consultant. Actually, advisor might be more accurate. Sometimes confidant? Professional shoulder-to-cry-on? Corporate therapist without the license? Business BFF? My […]
In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, a profound shift is occurring that’s comparable to the industrial revolution – but at lightning speed. Artificial intelligence is no longer just a fancy tool or competitive advantage; it’s becoming a fundamental part of the organizational talent stack. For business leaders, this isn’t simply about adopting new technology – […]
There’s a movement sweeping through business schools and investment firms. It’s called “Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition” (ETA). Young, ambitious MBA graduates and career-changers armed with investor backing are hunting for established small businesses to buy. They study spreadsheets. They calculate ROI. They create elaborate acquisition strategies and funding models. They attend workshops on how to find […]
In today’s fast-paced business environment, it’s astonishing how many companies—from small startups to established mid-sized businesses and even some larger organizations—either ignore strategic planning altogether or treat it as a perfunctory exercise. Despite the clear benefits of looking ahead and creating roadmaps for future growth, many business leaders find themselves trapped in the cycle of […]
We have all had bad bosses, but how do we know if our supervisor is really a bad one? Here are 8 warnings signs that your boss can’t do the job, along with ideas about what a great supervisor should look like. 1. Never Has Time for You. Is your supervisor “too busy” to meet, […]
There is an invisible wall in the business world. It’s the wall between management and leadership; being a good manager and becoming a great leader. People can spend an entire career and never break through that wall. The wall is not about equal opportunity, hiring practices, promotion or selection. Nor is it about gender or […]
The news cycle is a relentless beast. Political debates rage, social tensions simmer, and the weight of “big picture” events can feel crushing. It’s easy to get swept away by the current of national discourse, to feel like a tiny boat tossed about in a vast, unpredictable ocean. The political climate, particularly in the United […]
