CEO Agenda

Recently, a CEO that I coach asked me, “How can we build a culture of empathy in my organization? Can empathy be learned?” It’s a fascinating question and one that leaders have been asking since the start of the COVID-19 global pandemic. They are asking this question more and more...

In the early 1970s, pediatrician and psychoanalyst D.W. Winnicott introduced us to a concept he called transitional space. The initial connection was related to children who needed to be able to process through their current state of being into a future state. In this safe space, a “change to” or...

COVID has highlighted a new imperative for Boards – the need for greater healthcare acumen. One of the best solutions is to add a healthcare CEO to your Board. Healthcare CEOs bring deep experience to corporate Boards, both in leading complex, multi-billion-dollar health organizations of their own as well as...

Whilst we live in times where a win at all costs approach is becoming more redundant, even frowned upon, there are still pockets that need some work and voluntary administration is one such arena. It’s critical for fairness that registered administrators, essentially court appointed representatives, remain neutral and objective in...

The ability to both function as a team and learn from other team members are areas that have been very difficult to do effectively over the past few years with so much time spent away from the office. One of the most distinguishing attributes of a high performing collaborative team,...

Building healthy and effective work relationships is important for a variety of reasons, including success in your career and creating a more pleasant work experience for you, your colleagues, and anyone you service in the community.  Humans crave connection, even the introverted. And given we typically spend up to 60...

You don't have to look too far to see examples of the misuse of power, with examples littered throughout history and across politics, business, and community sectors.  Professor Dacher Keltner from Berkley University found that people who feel powerful are more likely to act impulsively. For example, have affairs, drive...

Building a strong brand or reputation as a business is a daunting task for some. There are many variables at play when trying to boost your business levels and while simultaneously making your company a great place to work. In this regard, there's one concept that rings true: to build...

When it comes to business during chaos, only the resilient survive. That resiliency is created by empowering people to be their best selves and feel confident that they can withstand change, no matter how tumultuous. Here are 3 priorities for business leaders who aim to help their employees feel valued and empowered to...

Many business leaders face the age-old challenge of the best way to help employees who like to buck the system. This reality is especially challenging when these employees are disrupting the workplace. Many books and articles already exist on this subject; however, here are some practical steps you can start...