The ongoing uncertainty and rapid change found in today’s workplaces has certainly been a major challenge for leaders, if not also a big driver of employee frustration and burnout. In the face of unrelenting challenges and change, alongside continued ambiguity over the future, it’s understandable that leaders might not feel … Click to continue reading
When it comes to uncertainty, there’s a common tendency among leaders to treat it like a storm we need to weather. The common pattern we see is organizations hunkering down, focusing on cutting costs, and waiting for the return of clearer skies before they make their next move. But what … Click to continue reading
If I were to ask your employees if your organization is ready to navigate the next global crisis, what would they say? As much as we’d like to think we’re prepared for whatever crisis comes our way, the pandemic and subsequent global supply chain crises clearly proved many organizations are … Click to continue reading
During times of uncertainty, it’s natural for leaders to want to lean into their ‘best practices’; of sticking to what they know and what got them to where they are today. But is this really the smartest and best approach? Or should leaders instead “lean into risk” by embracing different … Click to continue reading
If I were to ask you what you thought was the greatest invention in human history, what would be your reply? I imagine for some of you, your answer would be the personal computer and all the technological marvels that now make up our digital world. For others, I could … Click to continue reading
After the tough winter season most of us have had this year, it’s understandable that many of us are eager for Springtime weather to finally take hold so we might once again enjoy a warm sun under blue skies. Of course, it’s not just the return of warm weather that … Click to continue reading
Of all the numerous organs that make up the human body, there’s no question that the brain is the most fascinating and least understood. Indeed, thanks to the burgeoning field of neuroscience, we’re not only discovering new insights into how this vital organ functions, but we’re also beginning to appreciate … Click to continue reading
In my previous piece, I wrote about how we can ascertain what success really looks like beyond simply attempting to duplicate the efforts or accomplishments of those we admire. Given how much this piece resonated with my readers, I’d like to follow this up by addressing the other side of … Click to continue reading
For the last few weeks I’ve been working with a client who has provided an interesting opportunity to examine one of the challenges leaders find themselves struggling with in today’s fast-paced business world. Tom* serves as one of the senior department heads at a mid-size technology firm, overseeing the development … Click to continue reading