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NEPOTISM: Buzzword or Buzzkill?
Nepotism sparks strong reactions – unfair advantage or valuable legacy? This article explores the gray areas of family ties in business, from Walmart to Wall Street, unpacking the benefits, risks, and misconceptions around nepotism and cronyism.
The Fog at the Lookout Point: A Leadership Lesson in Clarity, Caution, and Communication
A fog-covered hike to a scenic lookout becomes a metaphor for modern leadership. In this short reflection, we explore how optimism, blind spots, and withholding information can cloud leadership judgment – and what it takes to lead with clarity, caution, and communicatio…
Mystics and Monks: Two Paths to Mastery
Behind every successful business are two archetypes: the mystic who sees what others can’t, and the monk who builds what others need. Recognizing and honoring both is the key to sustainable, visionary growth.
The Elephant in the Room
If there were a literal elephant in your office, you’d call it out. So why do we ignore the obvious problems in our teams? This article explores the real cost of avoidance, and how leaders can restore trust and performance by facing the uncomfortable truths head-on.
The High Cost of Silence
What’s left unsaid in your organization may be costing more than you think. This article explores why courageous, evidence-based leadership is key to breaking the silence and creating trust, accountability, and growth.
The Workday That Disappeared
Ever end your day wondering what you actually did? You’re not alone. The workday that disappeared isn’t about laziness – it’s about busyness without direction. Here’s how to regain control by focusing less on volume and more on what actually matters.
Recession-Proofing Your Business
Recessions don’t have to stop your business in its tracks. In this post, we break down how to manage risk, tighten operations, and lead with clarity so your business not only survives – but thrives – through economic uncertainty.
Followership for the Frustrated: When Your Leader is the Problem
Your leader is struggling. Meetings are derailing. The frustration is real. But before you write them off, consider this: leadership doesn’t happen in a vacuum. Learn the art of skilled followership – how to manage up, course-correct in real time, and stop feeding the…
The Unexpected Nature of Succession: It’s NOT just About Retirement – Why Knowledge Transfer Matters
We don’t like to think about it, but life can change in an instant. Succession planning isn’t just for retirement—it’s about ensuring continuity when the unexpected happens. After surviving a life-threatening accident, I learned firsthand why leaders must prepar…