You must demonstrate unwavering courage to throw out what is no longer serving you. This morning I packed one box and three shopping bags of clothes, shoes and household items to donate to the thrift store. The key theme is I recognized these possessions were merely weighted baggage that disrupted...

A CEO’s day may be similar to this: You’re on the phone with a colleague while driving to the office. During a conference call you scroll through emails and check in on your social media accounts. While prepping for your afternoon presentation you shift to completing some paperwork you’d forgotten....

In this remote world of work, leading organizations and CEOs undoubtedly want employees who stay motivated and excited about their jobs. Leaders understand how this will enhance a culture of wellbeing, drive performance, and improve innovation. This is where inclusive leadership comes in. It endorses that leaders encourage diverse voices...

The drivers of high performance extend beyond an annual goal-setting process and doing performance reviews at the end of the year.  The coronavirus continues to be a rough ride for people worldwide. It’s been hard-hitting for businesses too. As a new vaccine carries hope for a post-pandemic future, the need...

When it comes to high-performance, what matters isn’t so much learning something new but building on who you are.  Despite the challenges that executives face, work must still go forth. From shutdowns to continued stay at home orders to working under unflattering circumstances, these uncertainties can cause a lot of...

It’s not uncommon for leaders to lose connection with their personal values during challenging times. Sure, they know what they value. It is the octane that mobilizes their performance. Leaders understand this. Matters of the heart are the canvass for painting the image of the kind of person a leader...

Leaders who are still caught up in the old command-and-control, top-dog leadership style are asking for trouble. In addition to the stress and burnout that it causes, it can be embarrassing. Today’s business world is more fast-paced. There’s constant change whether it’s with talent, strategy or market share. And to...

We know from The McKinsey Report that the most powerful and sought-after title in business and is most influential than any other is chief executive officer (CEO). Along with that title are high-ticket and hefty performance responsibilities. Running a corporation is no easy task.  According to USA Today, eleven big-named...

2020 is a year that we will never forget. Nevertheless, it’s time for growth and we need agile leadership to take its people and teams (remotely or otherwise) to significance and success in the marketplace. A study by Gallup reports that leaders account for 70% of team climate. In his...

The world has been dealt an unpredictable hand and has drastically changed in the past four months. Fear ensued from the spread of COVID-19. Sheltering in place is mandated on the national level.  Companies look to sustain business growth remotely. CEOs are daily watching the volatility of the stock market....