Did you know that every January is National Mentoring Month in the U.S.?  Who has been an important mentor in your life?  In this “Quick Take” episode (which we recorded in January), we share the first in an occasional segment we’re calling “Thanking our Mentors.” The first mentor we’re thanking is Scott’s father, Dr. W. […]

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Are you thinking that 2023 might be the year to expand your US company into Europe, or to expand your European company into the US?  If so, you’re in good company, according to our guest, Sophie Boutelegier, Founder and Chief Expansion Officer of Expandify. The question is, what does it take to lead a successful […]

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What makes the difference between leadership fads and transformational leadership that lasts and creates long-term growth? In this “Quick Take” episode, we share our insights on this issue, and how it can challenge even the savviest leadership teams. We discuss how the challenges of transformational leadership for long-term growth can show up together, like a […]

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Have you ever wondered how great leaders live a life worth remembering? We first spoke with Dr. Jann Freed about the issue of legacy back in 2020 in our episode “The Secret to Living a Life of Meaning – Every Day.”  This went on to become a fan favorite episode. Jann shared elements of a […]

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As innovative competitors keep emerging, you and your leadership team may be wondering what it will take to be “the disruptor and not the disrupted.” We’ve seen that the most successful CEOs and top leadership teams are not just disruptors in their businesses; they’re disruptors in their own careers as well. They’ve internalized that integrating […]

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As we move into the New Year, you may be wondering what it will really take to lead your bold vision and strategy to create a lasting positive impact for society as you also build financial value. We’ve already seen that the leadership teams who foster strategic collaborations between their diverse stakeholders are achieving game-changing […]

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Are you focused on creating stronger, more impactful strategic relationships in the New Year?  If so, one of the biggest challenges you may be facing is balancing the tension between cooperation and competition among your many stakeholders. With relationships of coopetition increasing across industries, rethinking our habits and assumptions will become more important than ever.  That’s […]

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Are you leading a global company? Or are you planning on partnering with companies in other countries?  If so, what type of leadership will it take to increase connection across cultures for the most effective business outcomes in the New Year? Find out in this Fan-Favorite episode. We speak with Natsuyo Lipschutz, a leading cross-cultural […]

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When you’re leading for game-changing growth, the disadvantages you face can sometimes seem daunting. Perhaps your company has entered a new industry sector and you’re facing unexpected challenges as you compete with market leaders. Maybe you’re facing a tight timeline and there are serious disagreements between employees, partners and other stakeholders about the best strategy […]

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In our increasingly complex business and societal environment, employee stakeholder activism continues to rise. Numerous studies show that CEOs are under increasing pressure to take a public stand and engage in the conversation. Perhaps you’re considering how you are going to address this issue in the New Year and beyond. That’s why we’re featuring this […]

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