Stepping into a leadership role is a challenge in and of itself, but inheriting a toxic culture can make it even more difficult. Toxic cultures can arise when former leaders allow harmful behaviors to persist, or when people on the […]
Stepping into a leadership role is a challenge in and of itself, but inheriting a toxic culture can make it even more difficult. Toxic cultures can arise when former leaders allow harmful behaviors to persist, or when people on the […]
Are you a leader who is feeling disengaged at work? According to Gallup’s latest research on employee engagement, only 34% of U.S. workers are engaged at work, with the rest either not engaged or actively disengaged. This means that most […]
Starting your own business can be an exciting and rewarding experience, but it can also be filled with fears and uncertainties, especially for experienced leaders who are used to a steady salary of over six figures. While the potential for […]
Jordan has always been passionate about finance and worked hard to earn her finance MBA degree with top honors. She was thrilled when offered a position at one of the most prestigious financial firms in New York City and felt […]
What is the B and why is it important? When we talk or hear about Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, (DEI), we don’t mention the “B”enough. Organizations understand how valuable it is to emphasize the importance of ensuring that diversity, equity […]
Have you ever heard the phrase, “It’s lonely at the top?” That term can ring true no matter where your “top” may be. As you are likely aware, there is a heavy responsibility in being a leader, especially at the […]
“Where are you from?” “What are your goals?” “What makes you qualified to do this job?” “Would you like sugar or cream in your coffee?” These are just a few questions we may encounter in our lifetime. Whether we are at work, at a social event or in our own home, questions arise. Some are a lot easier to answer than others. Questions often make us feel uncomfortable, even when we invite them. They can sometimes be intrusive, inappropriate, culturally insensitive, or just simply catch us off-guard. In addition, a question requires an answer, which we feel we are expected to produce within seconds. That’s a lot of pressure!
Wikipedia defines intercultural competence as “a range of cognitive, affective, and behavioral skills that lead to effective and appropriate communication with people of other cultures.” Wouldn’t it be wonderful if we all had a built-in intercultural competence meter? This meter […]
Becoming a leader may have always been your career goal or, instead, you were thrust into your current leadership position. Perhaps you are now striving to become a leader. Regardless of where you are in your leadership journey, there are […]
As leaders, we wear many hats. We provide direction, vision, and stability to our organizations. We serve as mentors to the next wave of executives, and carry the weight of responsibility to stakeholders when things don’t go according to plan. […]
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