Exceptional leaders often excel as skilled storytellers, and for good reason. Once a company hits a certain level of organizational complexity, one of the most important tasks the CEO has is to craft intellectually coherent and captivating narratives about the firm, its purpose, and its performance. Failure in this task means undermining the very existence of the company; a sin…
Back in mid-May, Capital One’s Lundy Hartshorn wrote a blog post in which they stress the importance of “making digital experiences truly inclusive.” A big part of the company’s goal in achieving such equality is its partnership with Bay Area-based web accessibility startup Evinced. The company’s founder and chief executive…
This story was originally published on Under30CEO.comRecently, workplace dynamics have undergone significant changes, and the rise of social media has introduced a new trend known as "loud quitting." This phenomenon involves disgruntled employees expressing their frustrations publicly on platforms like TikTok and Instagram Live, making a spectacle of their decision…
The looming shortage of quality school leaders is everyone’s problem. Most people are more or less aware that education in America is facing a crisis of epic proportions. Teacher attrition has been in the news a lot, as these instructors—overworked, underpaid and often unappreciated—continue to leave the profession. This is…
Picture this: It's the end of summer, and the scent of freshly sharpened pencils fills the air. Parents across the nation are bracing themselves for the annual back-to-school whirlwind. It's a time of excitement for children, but for working parents, it's a different story. They're juggling work commitments with school…
A conversation with UNICEF Côte d'Ivoire Representative Marc Vincent about building community resilience amid an influx of refugees from Burkina Faso. Q&A with UNICEF Representative Marc Vincent, who explains how UNICEF is helping Côte d'Ivoire manage a sudden influx of refugees from Burkina Faso — and ensure that all children,…
In a world dominated by conformity, it's time to unleash your inner maverick and revolutionize business etiquette. Say goodbye to rigid rules and protocols, and seize the opportunity to infuse your unique style and personality. Break free from the mold, defy norms, and make an indelible mark on those you…
Think tanks, government entities and economists consistently provide us with data and projections about employment and occupational trends. Whether it’s by month, year or into the future, they provide us with a steady diet of updates that might affect our workforce. We’re left wondering if we’ll be able to recruit…
Back in late January, I covered hearing aid startup Orka. Take one look at the hero image and it’s not hard to see the company’s device looks a lot like AirPods—and that’s all by design. Orka co-founder and chief executive Ben Sun told me in an interview at the time…
The greatest leaders are those who lead by example: Roger Penske, founder, chairman and CEO of Penske Automotive Group, has garnered an immense amount of respect by prioritizing regular visits to his dealerships and spending time with his mechanics, discussing how things are going over a cup of coffee.Similarly, Ron…
My love for international business started with a baby cow. It was the spring of 1996 in rural Gujarat, India. As a young consultant, I was part of a team developing a business plan for satellite television in the country of nearly a billion people, most of whom had access…
In a declining economy, startups face an uphill battle when it comes to securing funding.…
With all of the recent news about artificial intelligence (AI), it got me thinking about…
A while back, I took a couple of my grandchildren on a tour of the…
Startups face numerous challenges on their journey to success, and failing to overcome any one…
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