Here’s the shocking truth …  C-level leaders simply don’t think enough! Contrary to popular belief, high-level executives don’t spend enough time using their noggins to think about the future, ideate new strategies, or clearly understand a complex topic to make the best decision possible. Based on my decades of leadership...

Owning or maintaining a private jet once served as a sign of business success. However, it’s an investment that comes with financial burdens, including the high costs of purchasing, maintaining, and repairing an aircraft. VistaJet founder Thomas Flohr has provided clients with a more innovative way to have the access...

Ekaterina Lebedeva, a veteran in government relations and corporate strategy, shares how she transforms reputations and drives business growth across industries.  A recent survey by McKinsey study revealed a glaring disconnect in corporate engagement, with less than 20% of global executives consistently able to influence regulatory decisions. This challenge highlights...

Operational excellence in the environmental services industry is a crucial practice shaping the future of our planet. Patrick Dovigi, the CEO of GFL Environmental, exemplifies how to put these principles into practice. Under his leadership, GFL has grown into the fourth-largest diversified environmental services company in North America, with over...

Shifting global dynamics are influencing markets, investment opportunities, and regulatory climates. In the past year, landmark democratic elections and major global events have reshaped geopolitics, creating unprecedented uncertainty. As global dynamics evolve, the future relies on leaders from the private and public sectors who can navigate an increasingly complex environment...

In the ever-evolving landscape of career development and corporate leadership, few stories capture the essence of passion and purpose like that of Julie Allen. Julie’s path is one marked by resilience and vision, shaped by personal experiences that profoundly influenced her professional values. The crossroads she encountered—such as the deep loss...

Recently, I was teaching for the Harvard Alumni Entrepreneurs Thought-Leadership Writing Incubator, and I selected a participant for a live story-framing exercise. This exercise typically demonstrates that The Story Framing System works across topics, but this time, it was particularly challenging. The participant had an ambitious goal: He wanted to...

OpenAI’s CEO Sam Altman recently highlighted that limited computing capacity is delaying the company’s new product releases. During a Reddit Ask Me Anything (AMA) session, Altman explained that the increasing complexity of AI models, coupled with restrictions on compute resources, is forcing OpenAI to make challenging decisions regarding resource allocation....

Stanford Le, a seasoned executive from the Las Vegas casino industry, has officially assumed his role as CEO of Crown Sydney, marking a significant step in Crown Resorts' leadership restructuring following the recent restoration of its operating licenses in key markets Sydney and Melbourne. Le, who succeeds outgoing CEO Mark...