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Two years ago, I began writing about the possibility of building a true health ecosystem—one designed not simply to manage illness, but to cultivate human flourishing. What started as an idea has evolved into a movement of people and organizations exploring what it means to intentionally create the conditions for...

The first email arrived in April 2024 from a Chinese email address. The writer told me how much she loved my book, ‘The Life List: Master Every Moment and Live an Audacious Life’ and that she planned to have it published in China. ‘Scam’, I thought as I deleted the...

Having alignment within a team means everyone being on the same page, understanding the vision, the purpose of the team, the values, the goals and the behaviours, and knowing how these all connect from a team level to an organisation level. This alignment helps to create unity across the team.  ...

They are the unsung heroes of most organizations, and their role today is more critical than ever. They are mid-level managers—the essential link between corporate strategy and execution. And it’s vital that CEOs learn how to get the most out of these valued employees providing direction, guidance, and wholehearted support....

At the epicenter of a rapidly transforming work landscape, Upwork has been leading an ambitious integration of generative AI into the heart of its marketplace. Dave Bottoms, GM Marketplace and SVP of Product at Upwork, described in an interview with me the organization’s journey as a decisive response to the...

I once disclosed my ADHD to a colleague and they immediately said, ‘Is that why you’re late sometimes?’ I said, ‘Yes, but it’s also the reason my intuition can warn you that the person you’re having that business meeting with is trying to screw you over.’ I have amazing pattern...

There is a lot to consider when developing an AI agent.  Luckily, understanding the AI agent tech stack can be a huge help to developers who are looking to build successful agents.  The tech stack is a layered web of tools that help agents adequately act, reason, react and evolve. ...

From a Small Town in Massachusetts to High-Stakes Finance Michael Fralin didn’t grow up around Wall Street. He grew up in Stoughton, Massachusetts, the son of a United Methodist minister and a homemaker. But what he did grow up with was a strong sense of purpose. “I was always fascinated...

Key Takeaways: PC refreshes are strategic, not just technical. Delaying them risks security breaches, regulatory fines, and business disruption. Windows 10 support ends in October 2025, making timely upgrades critical to maintaining compliance and operational continuity. Treat migrations as enterprise-wide transformations, not isolated IT tasks, by prioritizing planning, automation, and...

From 10 to 13 November 2025, hospitality professionals, educators, and researchers from around the world will gather in The Hague as Hotelschool The Hague hosts the EuroCHRIE 2025 Conference. The annual event, organised by the European Council on Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional Education (EuroCHRIE), is one of the most influential...