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As we rush to digitize our supply chains, are we neglecting the human element that makes these systems truly powerful? In a Forbes article written earlier this year,  Ryan Craig sounded an alarm that should resonate with every leader in our industry: “The Supply Chain Of Supply Chain Talent Is Broken.” As visionaries in this space, […]

Have you ever wondered what it takes to unlock hidden potential in your team? The FX show “The Bear” offers a masterclass in leadership and personal growth through one character’s journey: Tina. (Spoilers ahead – be forewarned!) Let me paint you a picture of Tina in season one. She’s this sassy, loud, opinionated big-hearted veteran […]

Servant leadership is a philosophy that prioritizes the growth, well-being, and success of team members above personal gain. It’s an approach that can lead to incredible benefits for both individuals and organizations, fostering a culture of empowerment, innovation, and long-term success. However, as with any leadership style, it’s crucial to navigate the challenges and potential […]

As a leader, it’s a common but harmful myth that you must always have all the answers. No one, not even the most successful leaders, knows everything. Buying into this myth places unrealistic expectations on yourself and can lead to poor decision-making, increased stress, burnout, and missed opportunities for growth and innovation. When leaders feel […]

Whether we like it or not, most of us spend a ridiculous amount of our lives working. With all that time and energy invested, it only makes sense that we want our work to feel meaningful and fulfilling, not soul-crushing and miserable. Life is just too short to spend it dreading every Monday morning or […]

Throughout my career, I’ve had the opportunity to work in various roles that gave me unique insights into the inner workings of organizations. From internal communications and change management to marketing and customer advocacy, I’ve witnessed the profound impact that the relationship between leadership and employees has on an organization’s success. When this relationship is […]

In the fast-paced world of business, time is a precious commodity, and yet, so much of it is wasted on ineffective problem-solving methods that fail to deliver results. Traditional problem-solving approaches often involve lengthy meetings, endless collaboration sessions, and a lot of back-and-forth discussions. While these methods (sometimes) have their place, they can be time-consuming […]

In every company I have ever worked for, growth has been the ultimate goal. It’s the metric by which success is measured and the yardstick by which companies compare themselves to others. It seems like we’ve been conditioned to believe that bigger is better, that scaling up is the only way to win. But what […]

I realized a long time ago that the best marketing starts from within. The companies that are most successful with their marketing strategies, are often  those that prioritize their internal culture and employee experience. However, I’ve also encountered situations where, in the course of digging into a company’s operations and talking to their leadership, product, […]

At the heart of every organization lies a set of values — the guiding principles that shape our decisions, our interactions, and our approach to work. These values are (or should be) the foundation upon which everything else is built. They define who the organization strives to be, what it stands for, and what it, […]