CEO Advisory

"We cannot change the cards we are dealt, just how we play the game." — Randy Pausch, Last Lecture Each of us has a unique existence. Our beginnings, experiences, and environments shape who we are. Some of us are born to wealthy parents, others to low-income families. Some get educated...

My journey from a 15-year-old out on her own with only a ninth-grade education to a successful business owner that puts millions of dollars a year into our economy each year is a story of street smarts and how to access information, support, and a survivor’s spirit. An unplanned pregnancy...

In the UK, as employment law is being changed again with a further tightening of the responsibilities, and the associated punitive powers with the potential to cause company disruption, it is easy to think that businesses are being beaten into looking after their people. Yet, the one thing I know...

Shakira Millar is a passionate and dedicated Behavior Therapist based in Pembroke Pines, Florida, with over a decade of experience in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). As the co-founder of Behavior Change LLC, Shakira has made it her mission to support children and families in overcoming behavioral challenges, fostering positive growth,...

A new book titled "Artificial Intelligence Driven Personalization Strategies - Redefining Customer Interaction in E-Commerce Ecosystems" by Vijay Mallik Reddy is reshaping the digital landscape with its groundbreaking exploration of artificial intelligence’s role in revolutionizing E-commerce. This highly ranked seller delves into advanced artificial intelligence strategies that optimize personalization, drive...

Growing up, I was always driven by a desire to please those around me. I worked hard to meet the expectations of others, often putting my own needs aside. It was a pattern that followed me well into adulthood. Raised by two incredibly strong and resilient parents, I inherited my...

The harsh reality is that 90% of startups fail.  Studies often point the finger at cash shortages, tough competition, and flawed business models. But these are just symptoms—the tip of the iceberg. Dig deeper, and you’ll find three underlying issues that quietly erode a startup’s chances of success: failing to...

In the fast-paced world of leadership, where every decision impacts not just the bottom line but also the lives and well-being of hundreds or even thousands of people, one silent threat looms larger than most: unspoken and unacknowledged stress. It's the pressure that comes with the territory - the long...

Leadership is one of the most critical components of a company’s success. Great leaders inspire teams, drive innovation, and create cultures where people thrive. Yet, despite the importance of leadership, many companies continue to promote the wrong people into leadership roles, leading to disengagement, high turnover, and poor performance. This...

In a world where businesses and teams are often weighed down by complexity, simplicity stands out as a cornerstone of effective leadership. It's not just about doing things faster or cutting corners—it’s about making it easier for teams to succeed, reducing the barriers that slow them down, and creating a...