Whenever I fly through Toronto’s Pearson Airport, it is great fodder for business advice.
Is a Board Refresh in Order?
The onset of spring in North America heralds warmer temperatures and longer days. This refreshed tenor reminds me of the positive benefits of board renewal, and the discord and lethargy I sometimes see when director development and board renewal is delayed or lacking.
Disruption: Are You Leveraging These Global Trends?
A number of global trends are affecting all organizations and every industry. I stress to leaders and executives to be thinking about not only what’s happening in your city, your province or your state, but what are some of the common changes that are happening across the globe?
How Automation and AI are Creating Jobs
Why do we consider the elimination of boring, repetitive or potentially hazardous occupations to be a negative outcome?
The Heart of the Matter
I am pleased to recognize Oklahoma Heart Hospital (OHH) as the next inductee into the Feet to the Fire Hall of Fame™. Oklahoma Heart Hospital hit it out of the park. It is evident that they have a culture of accountability.
Cannabis Sales: A Lesson for Every Business
It was recently reported that roughly one-third of cannabis purchases are being made from illegal sources…
Human Interaction Still Wins the Day
Do you remember the catchphrase from Cheers, the 11-year sitcom, “Where Everybody Knows Your Name”? One of the reasons that phrase resonates so well with many of us is that we feel valued…
Accountability Starts with Results
Accountability has three important components: results, consequences and sustainment. Today, let’s focus on results.
Generating Power through Alignment
Most people want meaningful work. They want to make a contribution they can be proud of. They are not working solely for the compensation; although insufficient and inequitable compensation is a detractor, higher levels of … Read More
A New Lens on Diversity
The conversation about diversity within organizations continues. Unfortunately, it’s become a tiresome conversation for many people as it’s been going on for such a long period of time. Another similar conversation is the one centered … Read More