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Lauren Crocker, the founder of Saddled Souls, is doing her part to change the way mental health treatment is approached. Rather than relying on the traditional therapist's office, Crocker has found that the great outdoors, surrounded by horses, is a powerful setting for healing. While many may be used to...

In the wake of a global pandemic, the Great Resignation, and the prolonged phenomena of remote work, the workplace has started to feel like a “MASH unit” where employees are trying their best to remember their purpose as community bonds become more strained, stretched and attenuated.  As a result, this...

With the business landscape everchanging, organizations will need to anticipate the future of their business models against the backdrop of developing consumer trends and stakeholder interest.  In recent years, Environmental, Sustainability, and Governance (ESG) efforts have ensured organizations and investors can support a more carbon-neutral or carbon-free future.  With changing...

The psychology and mood that someone has when they go shopping are critical. Contrary to online sales, the traditional way of shopping is an exciting procedure. Today we will talk about the four categories of clients, how to recognize them, and what to expect from them. Those who want to...

CEOs are, largely, more pessimistic about the global economy than they have been at any point during the last decade, due to a combination of influences such as high inflation, rising interest rates and market volatility, according to a January 2023 PwC report. This, of course, was even before recent...

Often, as CEOs, we strive to positively motivate our teams while still trying to handle day-to-day operations.  Trying to balance everything may be daunting from time to time, but it is very critical to your organization’s success to positively encourage a creative environment for your teams. Establishing a creative environment...

Creating an equitable work environment can feel like a daunting task for any executive. An equitable workplace simply means that employees are provided with equal opportunity, regardless of identity. Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts can increase productivity for employees and in some cases, even improve profits. But more importantly,...

Being an effective leader in today’s global environment is undoubtedly challenging, especially for those stationed abroad or leading distributed teams globally. Over the years, I’ve seen many people who, despite enjoying immense professional success before moving overseas, found themselves struggling soon after arrival.  From hundreds of conversations and interviews with...

In our culture, “delusion” is almost always used to describe a weak grasp of reality or perhaps a severe mental illness. But there is a different way to think about fantasies: as fuel for creativity and innovation.  Leaders talk a lot about innovation but too often fear the things associated...

Who am I? What do I do? Where do I lead my people? These three are from the list of most important questions any true leader should ask themselves. These questions are particularly crucial when it comes to visionary leadership. Simply stating – ‘I’m a leader’, or, ‘I’m a visionary...