For underrepresented leaders, reputation isn’t just perception—it’s strategy. Knowing how to be seen, and by whom, is part of the climb. Unsplash+ Reputations are complex, easy to lose and expensive to acquire. While a negative reputation is damaging for anyone, having no reputation is particularly bad for diverse leaders from minority backgrounds, who are underrepresented […]
The New Corporate Status Symbol: Inner Peace
The new leadership look: serene, self-aware and quietly unraveling under fluorescent lights. Unsplash+ Regardless of status, background, or what we do for a living, we all share a straightforward desire: the pursuit of happiness. However, in recent years, happiness has found a sister: peace. Judging by the rapid pace at which companies worldwide willingly invest […]
A New Executive Exit Strategy: The Rise of the Fractional C-Suite
A new kind of exit strategy: More executives are leaving the boardroom behind and stepping into the future of freelance leadership. Unsplash+ According to recent projections, more than one in two U.S. workers could go freelance by 2028, and with 60 percent of freelancers earning more than in their previous full-time role, it’s not difficult […]
The Hive Model: A Smarter Alternative to the ‘Hero CEO’ Myth
Leadership isn’t about one visionary—it’s about the hive. Getty Images In the modern business world, we often find ourselves captivated by the idea of the “Hero CEO.” This individual, we are led to believe, possesses extraordinary vision, charisma and decision-making abilities that single-handedly drive the success of an entire organization. They are the linchpin, the […]
What CEOs Can Learn from the Boring Power of Mark Carney
Mark Carney’s composed leadership style—quiet, strategic and technically rigorous—offers a timely counterpoint to the theatrics of today’s power players. Getty Images We live in a world where disruptive personalities and headstrong leadership styles grab the headlines. But maybe Mark Carney’s measured and meticulous rise to become the 24th Prime Minister of Canada offers a compelling […]
The Science of Happy Workplaces: What Data Tells Us About Stress and Satisfaction
A data-informed culture starts at the table: Collaboration, transparency and shared purpose are key drivers of workplace satisfaction. Unsplash+ In a time where businesses are increasingly judged not just by their profits but by their purpose, creating a thriving workplace has become both an art and a science. Data increasingly shows that workplace happiness is […]