March 2017
How great brands rebound: Ford’s remarkable turnaround was driven by the brand as business management approach
The story of how the venerable Ford Motor Company managed to recover from the Great Recession of 2008 may be one of the greatest corporate..
5 Advantages of Being New Even When You’re Not
Some of the best things leaders do, they do when they’re new. Show up today likes it’s your first day, even if it isn’t. You wanted to lea..
Hard Data Shows This Soft Skill Will Make You 35 Percent More Persuasive
Storytelling in business presentations is more likely to move audiences to action.
How Morale Changes as a Startup Grows
When we think about startup cultures, we imagine ping pong tables, kegerators, and Nerf guns. More importantly, we envision an esprit de c..
Become a Better Listener by Taking Notes
Team dynamics can make or break a meeting. Have you ever been in a meeting where people interrupt each other, introduce new ideas when the..
Here’s When You Should (And Shouldn’t) Ignore Other People’s Feedback
Sometimes the same feedback that works great in one situation is worthless in another. Here’s why.
Being an Ethical Business in a Corrupt Environment
Most business leaders hesitate to take a firm stand against corruption, even in environments where it is widespread. Some may see benefits..
Protect Your Brand and Employees with a Social Media Policy
How does a small to mid-size organization encourage responsible use of social media?
The Power of Honesty: Why Being Straightforward Matters
I received a call from Nick, a senior executive in a Fortune 500 company, who had been a client of mine for nearly ten years. “I need to s..
Harnessing the Secret Structure of Innovation
In an era of low growth, companies need innovation more than ever. Leaders can draw on a large body of theory and precedent in pursuit of ..