For years, leaders have preached about the importance of building a strong company culture, often focusing on defining and promoting values, norms, and behaviors that reflect the organization’s identity. However, while culture plays an important role, it doesn’t always account for the diverse needs of its members. Instead of solely...

Managing a team is often seen as a fulfilling and prestigious career milestone. However, a surprising paradox has emerged in the 2024 Gallup State of the Global Workplace Report that reveals a complex emotional landscape for managers. While managers report higher levels of work engagement and thriving compared to non-managers,...

Success isn’t just for the naturally gifted or the child prodigies we often celebrate. As an organizational psychologist, I’ve spent years studying the behaviors of highly successful people and discovered that consistent application of knowledge—not just learning it—propels individuals forward. Here are 11 habits that highly successful people practice daily,...

The debate between remote work and office-based work has been a constant topic over the past few years. Initially, research seemed to favor working from home (WFH), but recent studies have shifted the narrative, with many businesses demanding employees return to the office. Yet, many employees continue to resist, citing...

In today’s fast-paced world, many of us wish we had more time to accomplish our goals and manage our busy schedules. From work commitments to family obligations, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. However, as experts and research show, small daily habits can have a significant impact on improving your productivity,...

Scaling a startup from its initial stages to a successful business is no easy feat. While early successes and market validation can provide a sense of accomplishment, the real challenge often begins when it’s time to grow. Execution—the ability to deliver on promises, maintain systems, and scale operations—is the number...

Leadership has undergone significant changes in recent years, especially with the widespread shift to remote work. While the flexibility of remote work has shown to increase productivity, it also presents unique challenges for managers striving to maintain personal connections, manage effectively, and drive team success. The rise of hybrid work...

The rise of remote work, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic, has led to an increased use of employee monitoring technologies by employers eager to track productivity. One shocking example involved the firing of Suzie Cheikho, a former consultant at Insurance Australia Group (IAG), who was let go after her employer...

In today’s competitive business world, effective leadership is more important than ever. Leaders are tasked with driving innovation, motivating their teams, and fostering a culture that inspires achievement. One powerful tool that can help leaders accomplish all of these goals is Rene Girard’s mimetic theory. Girard, a French philosopher and...

As Gen Z enters the workforce, they are bringing with them a set of expectations that challenge traditional workplace norms. Among the most pressing is their demand for work-life balance, a concept that was not as widely prioritized by previous generations. While work-life balance has become a buzzword over the...