Have you ever been in a situation where you had to bend the rules? Maybe you knew what the policy said but your gut told you the right...

📖 Story time: A few years ago, I worked at a tech company headquartered in London. One of our most respected colleagues wasn’t a...

In a recent conversation, a leader told me, "Exciting problems have boring solutions" and it stuck with me. Because it’s true and it’s...

Have you ever been hiking with a group? If so, you probably know that one of the first rules of hiking is to only bring what you can...

Most of us have had to deal with the leader who, when challenged, pulls out the "Because I said so" card. They remind everyone of their...

Hiring the right #talent has become increasingly challenging. There are fewer roles, but the stakes are higher - every new #hire needs to...

As a leader, you make hundreds of decisions daily, both big and small. Some are quick: Should this email go out today or tomorrow? Should...

A lot has been written and said about how to scale an organization effectively. But, after having supported fast growing scale-ups for...

According to a Predictive Index survey, 70% of middle managers would prefer to return to individual contributor roles if they could...

Emotional regulation is the ability to manage one’s emotions effectively - modulating their intensity, duration, and expression in a way...

In my 16 years in HR, I've participated and managed countless #performance cycles for multiple organizations of various sizes. But, I've...

"Brain rot" is Oxford’s Word of the Year for 2024. But honestly, it’s been the unofficial slogan of repetitive, soul-crushing work for...

Becoming a C-level executive isn’t just a title change—it’s a mindset shift. As Chief [Insert Cool Job Title Here] , you’re not just...

Don’t Just Answer—Ask!  Interviews are your chance to stand out—but it’s not just about answering questions. It’s about asking the RIGHT...

Let’s be honest—‘not having enough time’ has long been the go-to excuse for putting learning on the back burner. Who has time to pick up...

As we approach year-end #performance reviews, many of us find ourselves in the familiar swirl of self-reflection and goal-setting. It’s...

Chances are that you're probably doing nothing wrong. The job market has stagnated over the past year or so. Just look at the statistics:...

💼 "Let's put a pin in this for now, maybe circle back later when we're ready to get our ducks in a row and really grab the low hanging...

Leadership capabilities can be learned and developed but, some people are naturals. Or, to be more precise, they possess innate strengths...

The 2024 Olympics were packed with both glorious and entertaining performances but Cole Hocker's magnificent win really stood out for me...