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Business leaders are grappling with a new normal: uncertainty. Regardless of political leanings, everyone agrees the ground is shifting—and fast. President Trump’s recent tariffs have amplified unpredictability, sending ripple effects through global supply chains, investment plans, pricing models, and executive decision-making. Here’s how smart leaders are adapting—and how mindset matters...

Imagine if your CFO told you they couldn't predict your company's financial performance. You'd fire them on the spot. So why do we accept this excuse from marketing agencies? Why do so few marketing agencies guarantee marketing ROI? If finance, sales, and operations can be held accountable for performance, why...

Life comes with no instruction manual. That's for sure... But what if you have the opportunity to follow a unique blueprint to find the real purpose in your life and build authentic relationships and intentional, meaningful communities?   David Homan and Noah Askin put all their knowledge, experiences, and professionalism into...

Despite the increasing influence of women in philanthropy, they face unique challenges, including lack of recognition, visibility, and mentorship opportunities. Additionally, women may not always be engaged in conversations about estate planning and charitable giving, which limits their potential impact. GROWING INFLUENCE IN PHILANTHROPY  Wealth Creation: As women achieve greater...

When I talk to young people—and increasingly, to professionals—about the power of education, I often tell them that I once had what some might call unrealistic expectations. In fact, that’s exactly what was written in my state case file when I petitioned for my records after earning my first master’s...

While a job loss can be profoundly disruptive, it can also be a powerful launchpad for professional reassessment, self-reflection, and strategic career growth. This pivotal moment offers the chance to enhance your skills, adopt new tools, refine your personal brand, and sharpen your professional edge. Managing the emotional rollercoaster and...

Leadership often requires making decisions that are uncomfortable, complex, or unpopular. Whether it’s letting go of a high- performing but toxic team member, making cuts in challenging times, or choosing between competing priorities, the ability to make tough decisions is a defining trait of effective leadership. Difficult decisions test your...

In England’s Lake District, there’s a notorious road known as The Struggle—a steep, winding climb that tests endurance and nerve. Cyclists who endure the grueling ascent are rewarded with a panoramic view, seeing the landscape in a way that’s impossible from below. Leadership in uncertain times is much the same....

I have a long Life List of goals, experiences and opportunities I want to explore while I am still young enough to live them. I have rejected the idea of having a Bucket List - because that is a list off things people generally want to experience before they die....

What if the most fundamental leadership skill isn’t strategic vision or operational excellence, but the ability to sustain your ambition without burning out? A recent Deloitte and Workplace Intelligence study revealed that 70% of C-suite leaders were seriously considering quitting to find roles that better supported their well-being. Meanwhile, emerging...