In my experience, those in leadership roles are always on the lookout for the next “big idea” or the next set of critical competencies that will help leaders become more effective and successful despite the persistent fog of uncertainty. But what if what’s needed is not something new, but embracing … Click to continue reading
We tend to think of bravery as a feeling, as this sudden jolt of courage that appears when we most need it, that is if you’re lucky enough to feel it. But what if courage is not really about what we feel in a given moment of crisis or urgency, … Click to continue reading
Last week marked the end of another edition of the Montreal Jazz Festival – the largest of its kind in the world, and an event I haven’t missed since I was in high school. And this year, I found myself reflecting on some interesting parallels between jazz and what leaders … Click to continue reading
In today’s fast-paced business environment, many leaders struggle with a rapidly expanding workload. But the solution to addressing this burgeoning workload isn’t working longer hours, but learning to master the art of delegation. What the Art of Delegation Actually Means Of course, when we look at the examples of various … Click to continue reading
The issue of workplace burnout is something we’ve all read and sadly in most cases, experienced directly or indirectly through family and friends. And yet, despite numerous initiatives to reduce workplace stress and burnout, the problem continues to get worse. Could it be that the reason why our efforts to … Click to continue reading
In the face of economic, trade, and geo-political uncertainties, there’s an understandable drive to pull back and narrow our focus on initiatives and goals linked to protecting and preserving an organization’s viability and resilience. Indeed, reports from KPMG, McKinsey, and other industry reports reveal how many companies are either scaling … Click to continue reading
There’s a role every leader instinctively leans toward when guiding their team through change or uncertainty. It’s a role that – in the moment – feels natural and the exact one leaders should take on. Unfortunately, it’s also the exact opposite role leaders should be adopting right now. It’s a … Click to continue reading
Over the past decade, various technological advancements have dramatically changed today’s workplaces. We went from companies banning smartphones in the workplace, to trying to entice potential hires with “Bring Your Own Device” (BYOD) policies, ideas that would seem absurd to suggest as a potential workplace perk. While it’s hard to … Click to continue reading
Here’s a question every leader should consider right now: what if the very qualities that helped you land your leadership role are now the very things that are quietly undermining it? It’s an uncomfortable idea, but as my guest in this episode of the “Leadership Biz Cafe” podcast points out, … Click to continue reading
Over the past few months, I’ve had a series of fascinating conversations on my “Leadership Biz Cafe” podcast with some of the leading voices in the AI space. And it’s become clear from the insights they shared that there’s a critical message missing in most discussions around AI and leadership. … Click to continue reading
For most leaders, delegation is a popular tool to help distribute work amongst their employees to ensure success in achieving their collective goals. And yet, a recent study reinforces a harsh reality around how delegation works in today’s organizations. A recent study from Oracle found that 85% of business leaders … Click to continue reading
There’s a few concepts from Japanese culture that have been embraced in the business world, Kaizen being the most popular one. But in context of leading through transitions, I’d like to talk about a lesser-known Japanese concept called Ma. The Japanese Secret That Changes How Leaders Think About Transitions Ma … Click to continue reading
