It’s no secret that many people are unhappy with their jobs. A recent study found that only 13% of workers worldwide are engaged in their work. The vast majority of people are disengaged from their jobs. So how can you find work you love? And once you identify it, how can you build a career […]
Most people feel there are not enough resources to complete work. As a result, they procrastinate. In today’s competitive world, it’s essential to make the best use of your day. When working in a team, you need to collaborate with others for the best results. However, it would be best if you didn’t have to […]
Have you ever been caught off guard by an emotional reaction that felt far stronger than the situation deserved? Perhaps a minor comment left you feeling deeply hurt, or a small inconvenience triggered intense anger. These moments are often signs of emotional triggers at work, and developing stronger emotional intelligence is one of the most […]
As a leader, it is natural to question where employee recognition fits among competing priorities. However, research consistently shows that recognition is not a “nice-to-have,” but a strategic leadership responsibility. When employees feel genuinely appreciated, they are more engaged, more productive, and more likely to stay. “According to the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), […]
Workplace conflict is far more common than many leaders realize. Research from the Virginia Department of Human Resource Management indicates that strained relationships between employees and executives account for up to 80% of organizational conflict As a leader, you are not only responsible for performance and results, but also for creating the conditions that allow […]
January typically begins with optimism. Budgets are approved. Leadership frameworks are finalized. New initiatives launch with momentum and high expectations. By March, many organizations quietly acknowledge a different reality. Participation is uneven, behavior change is limited, and the connection to business outcomes is difficult to demonstrate. This pattern is not a reflection of weak intent […]
In today’s global organizations, leaders are expected to navigate constant change: AI acceleration, geopolitical uncertainty, hybrid work, talent shortages, and mounting performance pressure. While strategy remains essential, it is no longer sufficient on its own. Employees, stakeholders, and boards are not just asking where are we going? — they are asking can I trust this […]
Global leaders are operating in a context where fragmentation is no longer the exception. Political volatility, regulatory divergence, cultural polarization, and shifting alliances have become part of the operating environment for diplomats, multinational executives, and senior leaders alike. In these conditions, leadership effectiveness depends less on authority or technical expertise and more on the ability […]
In large organizations, leadership development programs are often a blend of methods: workshops, mentoring schemes, and executive coaching engagements. Yet without clarity on what each one actually achieves, companies risk misallocating budgets or diluting impact. This guide helps L&D leaders and talent strategists determine when to apply coaching vs training vs mentoring, and how to […]
As directors of learning and development, talent heads and organizational development leads in multinational companies, you know that investing in leadership programmes is costly, and only pays off if it addresses the right gaps. This article shows how to identify and measure your leadership gaps before committing to coaching or training. Why Leadership Gap Analysis […]
