There’s an annual tradition that plays out this time of the year for most leaders where they split their focus between making sure they close out whatever goals or plans they had for the last quarter, and looking ahead to the next year and what need to be the new … Click to continue reading
If there’s one consistent thread in the debate over remote work, it’s how leaders who want their employees to return to the office argue that collaboration can’t occur unless people are working in the same space. But in each of these cases, there’s a glaring oversight on the part of … Click to continue reading
If you’re a leader who leads from the so-called messy middle, I’m sure there are times where you feel how the challenges you face are uniquely different from those other leaders have to face. As it turns out, those leading from the middle do face both unique challenges – as … Click to continue reading
If you enjoy reading interviews of CEOs sharing what shapes their understanding and approach to leadership, chances are you’ve probably read one of the over 500 interviews Adam Bryant wrote for his popular New York Times column, “Corner Office”. I’ve been an avid reader of Adam’s column for many, many … Click to continue reading
It seems like every day there’s a new article tackling the issue of work from home (WFH), either focusing on leaders and their organizations who are embracing this new approach to work, or those who insist the only way forward is for all employees to return back to the office. … Click to continue reading
When it comes to leadership, there are certain topics that inevitably come up regardless of what industry you operate in. Over the past month, one of the topics I’ve been addressing with leaders is the importance of empathy in leadership, which is why it’s the focus of this edition of … Click to continue reading
As we move to a hybrid work environment, the organizational culture we foster both internally and remotely becomes critical to what we’re able to achieve. So how can we ensure we’re creating an environment – both virtually and in-person – that inspires employees to share their ideas and insights on … Click to continue reading
There are as many different types of leaders and skill sets as there are personalities. Leaders encourage, empower, and inspire their team members to reach shared goals by treading new waters. Nevertheless, all various styles intersect where goals meet realization, as leaders are able to translate ideas into deliverable projects … Click to continue reading
When I started my leadership podcast almost 10 years ago, I had a very simple goal – I wanted to create a platform where I could get the chance to talk with some very smart and really cool people. That’s why the first guest I had on the “Leadership Biz … Click to continue reading
Over the many years I’ve been doing this leadership podcast, one of the common themes that comes up in any given episode is the fact that leadership is not about you; it’s about the people you lead. That’s why I’m delighted to speak with my friend (and fellow Canadian) Dan … Click to continue reading
The last thing you need, especially when your business is under pressure from a global pandemic, is your employees worrying about being laid off. This can have a drastic effect on workplace productivity, loyalty and satisfaction. So, avoiding paranoia at all costs is paramount to a successful business. There are … Click to continue reading
No matter where you live on this pale blue dot, one thing we all share in common is the sentiment of seeing the start of a new year as a new beginning. As an opportunity to begin anew and set goals that will help us do better over the next … Click to continue reading