A change of control, such as in a merger/acquisition, can have significant implications for the C-suite executive. You may face the risk of getting laid off, reduction in compensation and benefits, changes in reporting structure, restrictions in seeking new employment due to non-compete or non-disclosure agreements, and much more. Offsetting...

I learned about rewards and recognition the hard way. Throughout my career, I was known for being a strong leader with front line team members. So, when we decided to adopt 360-degree feedback at Kinko’s, the company name prior to becoming FedEx Office, I felt very confident. It would present...

This is embarrassing, but I will admit it: I feel out of touch. This realization happened recently while reading the book Extremely Online by Taylor Lorenz. Lorenz shares the history of influencers on the internet – primarily through social media – and how they impact our society. Lorenz’s stories are...

It is that time when pharmaceutical and biotech companies publicize the total compensation of their CEOs and top executives for the previous year. In the upcoming weeks, publicly traded companies in this industry will reveal the amount their leadership teams received as base pay and salaries during 2023. Executive pay...

Starting a business is not an achievement in the modern era – it’s keeping it afloat that matters the most. With the ease of launching a company, entrepreneurs don’t have to invest lots of resources into starting a business; crafting a complex strategy to become visible, unique, and consistent is...

Africa is well-known for its enormous savannas, deep rainforests, and a wide variety of wildlife. It also has some of the world's most breathtaking mountain ranges and peaks. The continent has many options for nature lovers and adventure seekers, from the famous snow-capped summits of Kilimanjaro to the untamed peaks...

In today's fast-changing world, leadership hinges on the ability to adapt quickly and motivate others. Adaptability emerges as the cornerstone quality of effective leadership, enabling individuals to pivot swiftly, foster innovation, and cultivate resilience in the face of adversity. Entrepreneur and investor Alex Reinhardt says leadership isn't something you're born...

Do you struggle to find thinking and feel the pressure to be “always on”? Do you lack visibility over hybrid and remote workers and worry about how this affects the company culture? Are your employees constantly stressed, not coping with the pace of work, and struggling to produce innovative ideas? These...

The significant depreciation of the Japanese yen (JPY) against the U.S. dollar (USD), coupled with the notable strengthening of the USD against other currencies, have emerged as major issues in today's financial markets. Earlier, we witnessed the remarkable surge in the Japanese stock market and the significant decline of the...