Julie Kendall has spent her career at the intersection of technology and communication. Based in Kittery, Maine, she has worked with businesses and government agencies to support critical operations. From satellite communications to robotics, her expertise has helped organizations stay connected and efficient. But her work goes beyond technology—she has...

In a strategic leadership move, SWARM Engineering has appointed Shail Khiyara as its Chief Executive Officer. A recognized authority in AI and Automation, Khiyara brings more than two decades of transformational leadership in enterprise SaaS, intelligent automation, and customer-centric growth. His appointment signals a bold new path for SWARM Engineering...

In leadership, influence is the key driver of high performance and trust is the cornerstone behind influential leaders. A leader’s ability to guide, inspire, and persuade is not just about authority or expertise—it’s about connection, dialogue, and trust. Throughout my career, I have seen that the most effective leaders, much...

The complex and sometimes mysterious workings of a bee hive can be a great metaphor for working life today. If we lift the lid of a hive we notice thousands of individuals working together towards a single purpose. Communication takes place in the dark. Strategic life or death decisions need...

In the realm of leadership, we often focus on what is said — the speeches, the directives, the feedback. But what if the real power lies in what remains unsaid? Silence, often overlooked, can be a silent saboteur, quietly undermining your best efforts and stifling the potential of your team....

What does it mean to bring love to work? While the word love isn’t prominent in most factories, offices, or conference rooms, loving behaviors and energy can radically reshape a workplace. Even in the most toxic cultures, individuals and departments flourish when just one person fosters engagement, empowerment, and trust. Expressing love...

In 2005, during the Sixth Ministerial Conference of the World Trade Organization in Hong Kong, the world witnessed large-scale protests by South Korean farmers on the streets of Hong Kong, along with intense clashes between the protesters and the Hong Kong police. Prior to that, similar mass protests had erupted...

Trust is the currency of relationships—whether with employees, customers, or partners. Yet, in today’s world, it’s a currency in short supply. According to a 2024 survey by the Qualtrics XM Institute, only 50% of consumers trust the brands they do business with, and less than one-third of employees feel their company...

You often hear people say that being an executive is a lot like being the captain of a ship. But, what if your crew is scattered around the world? What if your ship’s sails are in the United States, your ship’s hull is in Brazil, and your ship’s anchor tends...