Thought Leaders
I Burned Down My House — and Learned a Leadership Lesson I’ll Never Forget
How one fiery mistake shaped my approach to leadership — and can help you too.
By Levi King
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Thought Leaders
Why Sharing the CEO Title Usually Ends in Disaster
Two co-founders often think they can share the executive responsibilities as co-CEOs. This article will teach you why that is typically never going to work out as planned and will simply cause grief for the co-CEOs, staff and your investors.
By George Deeb
Thought Leaders
Being ‘Nice’ Almost Cost Me My Business — Here’s What I Do Differently Now
Don't let politeness undermine your authority — here's how I rebuilt my client relationships
Tech
I Run an AI Company. Here’s Why Blindly Replacing People Is a Mistake
True AI integration requires thoughtful implementation that augments human capabilities rather than simply automating for quick savings.
Thought Leaders
Today’s Top CEOs Share These 4 Traits
The meaning of leadership has evolved as the business landscape has shifted in recent years. Here are the four traits shared by today's most successful CEOs.
By Sam Reese
Thought Leaders
I Achieved Success — But Realized It Wasn’t Sustainable Until I Made This Crucial Shift in Leadership
Over 50% of CEOs are struggling with mental health. Part of the reason is that they are chasing a version of success that doesn't resonate with their identity.
Human Resources
Your Diversity Statement Isn’t Enough — Here’s What You Need to Do as a Leader to Drive Real Change
Want to be a more inclusive leader? Start by creating real opportunities for your team to grow, thrive and lead with you.
Thought Leaders
I Dismissed This Unconventional Leadership Practice — Until It Transformed My Business and My Life
I stopped leading from my head. Here's why I'm glad I did.
Building a Business
Why The Most Effective Leaders Don’t Yell the Loudest — They Conduct
Most founders try to play every instrument, but the ones who scale learn to lead like conductors — setting the tempo, building harmony and letting others shine.
By Rogers Healy
Thought Leaders
Why the Most Powerful CEOs Today Lead With Authenticity, Not Silence
The most effective CEOs today build trust and brand value by leading with authenticity and personal conviction.
By Raoul Davis
Buying a Franchise
How Entrepreneurs and First-Time Franchisees Can Become Effective Leaders
Leadership isn't about having all the answers, it's about being willing to grow, listen and lead with intention.
Thought Leaders
This One Trait Is the Competitive Edge Every Leader Needs in the Age of Uncertainty
Executive empathy isn't just a "nice-to-have" in today's world. It's a strategic imperative. Here's why — and how leaders can put it into practice.
Building a Business
Are You the Bottleneck? 3 Ways to Overcome Founder’s Syndrome
Founder's syndrome can strain interoffice relationships and prompt disengagement and high turnover rates, but its risks can be overcome and mitigated with the right intervention.
Human Resources
Crisis Management: How to be a Better Leader During Difficult Times
In this free webinar, learn how to lead with transparency, turn uncertainty into momentum, and make high-impact decisions when every option feels risky.
Thought Leaders
10 Pieces of Leadership Advice That Look Good on LinkedIn — But Fail in Real Life
Here are 10 leadership myths that sound great on paper but don't hold up in reality — and the advice you should follow instead.
By Hope Horner
Business Operations & Logistics
Everyone’s Burned Out, So ‘Burnout’ Means Nothing — Here’s How Leaders Can Support Wellness Outside the Office
As the word "burnout" loses meaning through overuse, leaders must shift their focus from in-office fixes to creating a culture of wellness outside the workplace.
Human Resources
Why Tomorrow’s C-Suite Will Look Like a Startup Team
The winners in this new C-suite era will be those who understand that change matters more than structure, integration more than hierarchy and adaptability more than authority.
By Slava Bogdan
Thought Leaders
A Record Number of CEOs Stepped Down Last Year. Here’s Why — and How the Rules of Leadership Are Shifting.
An unprecedented wave of CEO departures in 2024 has highlighted a critical shift: Vision alone no longer suffices. Execution is now paramount.
By Shawn Cole
Thought Leaders
The Strongest Leaders Avoid These 5 Management Mistakes
The future of leadership is not about individual heroism, but about creating ecosystems where collective potential can flourish.
Human Resources
What No One Tells You About Becoming CEO — Or Guiding One
Leadership is hard, and transitions to CEO are even harder. Even great CEOs stumble if not supported by the board during their psychologically difficult transition.
By Derek Lusk
Thought Leaders
Why Advocating for a Greater Purpose Can Set You Apart as a Leader
A company's purpose is its reason for being. When that purpose is bigger than the business itself, it can be a rallying cry for a team that motivates growth and propels the business forward.
Thought Leaders
I Crashed, I Learned and I Led — 5 Things Skateboarding Taught Me About Leadership
My years on the halfpipe weren't just a thrill ride — they also yielded some lessons that have served me well as a business leader
Thought Leaders
Why the Smartest Businesses Focus on Giving — Not Taking
Business giving creates a ripple effect of trust, loyalty, good energy and karma that results in long-term sustainable success.
By Jonny Caplan
Thought Leaders
How to Develop a ‘C-Suite Mindset’ for Success, From 5 Leaders Who Have Done It
To be an executive, you need to think like one — here are five lessons from top leaders.
By Mark Klekas
Thought Leaders
We Don’t ‘Need More Masculine Energy’ in Business, Says the CEO of a Growing Femtech Company. Here’s How the Mother of 2 Leads for Success.
Willow CEO Sarah O'Leary reveals what it takes to maintain an innovative team.
By Amanda Breen
Thought Leaders
5 Key Leadership Principles That Drive Real Results
Here's what great leadership really looks like in practice, according to a top female biotech leader.
By Maria Cho
Thought Leaders
No One Talks About This Skill, But It’s Quietly Powering the Most Effective Leaders. Here’s How to Develop It.
We often focus on public speaking and interpersonal skills, but what about the power of the written word in leadership? Here's why mastering this overlooked skill is a strong differentiator for effective leaders.
By Maren Perry