Harness Your Network to Unlock Innovation
Many corporate CEOs are unhappy with the level of innovation they’re getting for the billions they pour into R&D. One root cause of the low return, a large body of research suggests, lies in [...]
Leader versus Manager
“Leadership and managership are two synonymous terms” is an incorrect statement. Leadership doesn’t require any managerial position to act as a leader. On the other hand, a manager can be a true [...]
Research: When — and Why — Employee Curiosity Annoys Managers
In recent years, workplace curiosity has been called essential, transformational, and the most valuable characteristic that leaders can have. Research has shown that curiosity can [...]
What makes a good political leader – and how can we tell before voting?
For many people, voting is not just a right, it’s an act of civic duty. Even more than that, some voters base their decisions on what they believe best serves society as a whole, not what might [...]
How organizations can address toxic workplace cultures to tackle sexual harassment
Sexual harassment continues to be a problem in Canadian workplaces, and organizations are not doing enough to address it. A 2022 report by the Canadian Labour Congress indicates nearly one in two [...]
Why young people in every sphere – not just business and politics – should learn to lead
Leadership is most commonly held to be the ability to motivate others to achieve set goals. For some, this means being heroic and special. The world stood still when Nelson Mandela died. His [...]
Why Business Leaders Should Have Knowledge of Historical and Current Events
With the seemingly endless array of bad news, it’s natural to want to look away. NINA LAWRENSON/PEOPLEIMAGES.COM – STOCKADOBE.COM NEGATIVE NEWS HAS an adverse effect on us. For instance, [...]
The Importance of Taking the Good and Bad From Success Stories
Business leaders need to be able to take the positive and negative from success stories to define their own leadership. IN THE WORLD of business, success and pain are two intertwined elements [...]
Three Questions Leaders Must Ask About Their Company
Too often we see character, certainly in management circles, in reference to lack of it. That is, some CEO or CFO or senior executive has been caught with his hand in the kitty or in the [...]
Elon Musk is an ‘engineer’ but Bill Gates is a ‘leader’ – new research shows founder personality can dictate startup success
From Elon Musk’s supreme confidence to Jeff Bezos’ ability to make smart decisions under pressure, some of the most successful entrepreneurs are known for their distinctive personalities. [...]
