I have to shine a light on something Adam Grant posted on Linkedin recently. He wrote that job security has less to do with being the most knowledgeable person in the room and far more to do with being the most reliable. In a world overflowing with information, he reminded us that dependability, … [Read more...]
The Quiet Power Of A Notebook
There is a quiet moment at the start of every class when I look around the room and notice the same thing. A few students have a pen and a notebook open, ready to catch whatever thought might arrive. The rest sit with their phones, their screens, their keyboards, waiting for inspiration to … [Read more...]
Why Strategy Stays Quiet – And Why That Silence Is Costly
Every organization has a strategy. Even the ones that claim they do not. Choosing not to decide is still a decision. Letting momentum replace intention is still a strategy. Drift has a direction, whether anyone names it or not. And yet, we rarely talk about strategy out loud. We keep it … [Read more...]
Who’s on Your Personal Board of Advisors?
Most people spend their professional lives answering to a board. Few ever think of building one for themselves. Yet, if you think about it, our personal and professional decisions shape outcomes far greater than any quarterly review or strategic plan. The paradox is that we design sophisticated … [Read more...]
The Leaders Who Invest in the Future Before It Exists
There are moments inside every team that most people overlook. Small, almost forgettable moments. Someone hesitating before they share an idea. Someone thoughtful who keeps checking if they’re allowed to speak with conviction. Someone talented, early in their journey, trying to read the room … [Read more...]