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“I can’t talk to people at work.” “I can’t even talk with my family!” We’ve heard those comments from clients and friends alike heading into elections and the holidays this year. Our divisions now draw harsh borders, with yesterday’s friendly debates replaced by belligerence. The most common advice we’ve seen boils down to “Just don’t […]

Do you dread formal negotiations? Many of us do, but a great negotiation is a phenomenal boon. It can be hard work, yet the reward makes the effort worthwhile. And here’s a little secret: The best negotiation rewards ALL the parties at the table. That’s what this week’s podcast guest, Greg Moran, learned from his […]

You don’t need a DeLorean or TARDIS to travel to the future; the future is coming for you. Ken Moore wants you to be ready for it. Moore is the Chief Innovation Officer at Mastercard. He sees five essentials you’ll need to succeed as the future unfolds. First, lean into tomorrow. This is all about […]

You know something we don’t: the winner of the US Presidential election. We’re writing this article well before the polls close. Regardless of who becomes America’s next Chief Executive, they’ll have to lead with a different set of skills than Presidents of the past. The world has changed far too much. In fact, we’re entering […]

You may be an undiagnosed pracademic. We certainly hope so; it’s vital for your survival. A pracademic is someone who integrates academic research and practical experience into their job. The case for your leadership survival is simple: the world is changing too fast for your knowledge to stay static. You must keep learning and integrating […]

With election season running hot, issues such as migration (or illegal immigration) are prominent in campaign speeches for candidates of all stripes vying for all manner of office, from dogcatcher to president. The harsh reality for them all: no single nation, much less a single leader, can solve these issues. They surround the world, so […]