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 […]
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 […]
Whether we like it or not, AI is not only here to stay… it is growing faster than any previous technology that has revolutionized how humanity works and lives. On the positive side, we are entering an era of unprecedented progress in knowledge, innovation, and productivity. But on the other side, there could be a […]
Top 360-degree assessments In the world of executive coaching and leadership coaching, few tools rival the power of a well-designed 360 assessment. These tools collect feedback from a leader’s peers, direct reports, and supervisors, offering a holistic view of how they are perceived. When paired with professional coaching, the insights gained through 360 assessments drive […]
For the second consecutive year, JB Coaches’ Jorge Benito returned to Harvard Business School Connext 2025, an international event uniting professionals committed to driving innovation and growth in leadership, business, and education. Held on the HBS campus and streamed worldwide, this year’s theme—“Leading the Digital Future”—delivered timely insights for those navigating the intersection of strategy, […]
Executive coaching has become a critical tool for leadership development in today’s fast-changing business landscape. Organizations and professionals alike recognize its power in enhancing decision-making, self-awareness, and overall leadership effectiveness. According to the International Coaching Federation (ICF), executive coaching fosters goal-setting, self-awareness, and accountability, leading to measurable improvements in both individual and organizational performance. Harvard […]
Strong communication skills are essential in every aspect of life, yet many of us don’t actively work on improving them. Most people communicate in the same way they did a decade ago, failing to adapt to evolving social and professional demands. Developing your communication skills requires consistent practice, not just passive learning. Engaging in specific […]
