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…
In a recent LinkedIn poll of mine, I asked my audience, "How likely are you to engage with a brand that actively supports a social issue?" You may or may not be surprised to learn that over 3,000 votes were "very likely."With the digital landscape evolving at a rapid pace,…
I’ve got good news, and I’ve got bad news. Let’s get the bad news out of the way first. (And if you just don’t need it, skip down two paragraphs.) Increasing numbers of teachers have left education, citing burnout and a lack of support. At least 300,000 public-school teachers and…
Artificial Intelligence, we all know, has tremendous – incalculable – potential. but it also poses real threats, mostly due to its newness and rawness, and to our relative unfamiliarity of this new world order. As leaders take their organizations’ first steps into this new wilderness, they would be well advised…
AI is celebrated for the innovation and efficiency it brings — and feared for its potential to upend the world as we know it.Now, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer is bringing together influential tech leaders, including Bill Gates, Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg, as lawmakers consider how to regulate AI,…
Fewer people will be working by the end of the decade — and employers need to brace for a “forever” labor shortage. It may feel like it’s gotten a bit easier to fill positions. However, this sudden switch in the labor market is only temporary. The Bureau of Labor Statistics…
The pathway to entrepreneurial success is often marked by relentless hard work, unwavering spirituality, and long and established relationships. Yet, these pillars can swiftly crumble under the weight of ego and complacency. Regardless of whether your bank account has amassed a fortune, your company holds a significant valuation, or you've…
The University of California System ranks first among the top 100 universities in the nation for the most U.S. patents granted for inventions in 2022. The list of Top 100 U.S. Universities Granted U.S. Utility Patents, released this week by the National Academy of Inventors (NAI), is based on utility…
Landing a new job is like solving an intricate puzzle, you need different skills to fit just right before you achieve your goal. In your career path, you'll find yourself constantly refining and acquiring skills that are essential. Take a career in the tech world, for example, where staying updated…
In recent years, the concept of work/life balance and transitioning into roles that preserve one's mental health have been increasing in popularity and significance in a candidate and employee-driven job market. In my recent Forbes article, "10 Low Stress, Easy Jobs That Pay Well In 2023", which lists the role…
Budgets for next year usually need cost increase assumptions, especially for labor but also for other business expenses. The big picture is that inflation is still running fairly high, though not as bad as last year. This article presents the most recent actual data as well as forecasts, finishing with…
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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