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Leadership rarely comes from standing in the spotlight. It comes from stepping slightly out of it.
Most of us were taught that leadership means being visible. But the leaders people trust often do the opposite. They influence without demanding attention. They lead from a moral center, not an ego.
Most of us were taught that leadership means being visible. But the leaders people trust often do the opposite. They influence without demanding attention. They lead from a moral center, not an ego.
January 22, 2026 at 3:23 PM
Leadership rarely comes from standing in the spotlight. It comes from stepping slightly out of it.
Most of us were taught that leadership means being visible. But the leaders people trust often do the opposite. They influence without demanding attention. They lead from a moral center, not an ego.
Most of us were taught that leadership means being visible. But the leaders people trust often do the opposite. They influence without demanding attention. They lead from a moral center, not an ego.
Strong reminder that leadership isn’t about having the best answers, it’s about asking better questions. Open questions create accountability, unlock creativity, and get people thinking for themselves. The fastest way to level up as a leader in 2026 might be changing how you ask.
January 21, 2026 at 4:22 PM
Strong reminder that leadership isn’t about having the best answers, it’s about asking better questions. Open questions create accountability, unlock creativity, and get people thinking for themselves. The fastest way to level up as a leader in 2026 might be changing how you ask.
Ageism has become the quiet bias we rarely challenge at work.
A recent survey of adults aged 50 and over found that 62 percent feel professionally written off. More than 9 in 10 say they feel pressure to hide their age or downplay their experience just to fit in.
A recent survey of adults aged 50 and over found that 62 percent feel professionally written off. More than 9 in 10 say they feel pressure to hide their age or downplay their experience just to fit in.
January 20, 2026 at 4:21 PM
Ageism has become the quiet bias we rarely challenge at work.
A recent survey of adults aged 50 and over found that 62 percent feel professionally written off. More than 9 in 10 say they feel pressure to hide their age or downplay their experience just to fit in.
A recent survey of adults aged 50 and over found that 62 percent feel professionally written off. More than 9 in 10 say they feel pressure to hide their age or downplay their experience just to fit in.
Today, we honor Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Civil Rights Day.
This quote captures a leadership truth I try to live by. Leadership isn’t position or visibility. It's influence guided by conscience, choosing something bigger than self, and acting in ways that consistently reflect what’s right.
This quote captures a leadership truth I try to live by. Leadership isn’t position or visibility. It's influence guided by conscience, choosing something bigger than self, and acting in ways that consistently reflect what’s right.
January 19, 2026 at 2:20 PM
Today, we honor Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Civil Rights Day.
This quote captures a leadership truth I try to live by. Leadership isn’t position or visibility. It's influence guided by conscience, choosing something bigger than self, and acting in ways that consistently reflect what’s right.
This quote captures a leadership truth I try to live by. Leadership isn’t position or visibility. It's influence guided by conscience, choosing something bigger than self, and acting in ways that consistently reflect what’s right.
What separates leaders who inspire from those who simply manage?
Inspiring leaders share consistent habits rooted in ethics and action.
First, they’re clear on where they’re going, why it matters, and they align daily decisions with their values, so people trust the direction.
Inspiring leaders share consistent habits rooted in ethics and action.
First, they’re clear on where they’re going, why it matters, and they align daily decisions with their values, so people trust the direction.
January 16, 2026 at 3:45 PM
What separates leaders who inspire from those who simply manage?
Inspiring leaders share consistent habits rooted in ethics and action.
First, they’re clear on where they’re going, why it matters, and they align daily decisions with their values, so people trust the direction.
Inspiring leaders share consistent habits rooted in ethics and action.
First, they’re clear on where they’re going, why it matters, and they align daily decisions with their values, so people trust the direction.
Boomers, Gen X, millennials, Gen Z - same meetings, same friction. The real issue isn’t the generations. It’s how leaders show up, what they assume, and what they avoid saying out loud.
Most leaders misread generational tension. These 5 habits resolve it
An expert offers five solutions.
www.fastcompany.com
January 15, 2026 at 2:23 PM
Boomers, Gen X, millennials, Gen Z - same meetings, same friction. The real issue isn’t the generations. It’s how leaders show up, what they assume, and what they avoid saying out loud.
Leadership credibility comes from what people see us do, not from what we say matters.
If values and behaviors drift apart, trust will start to break down. People will pick up on the broken promises, the mixed signals, and the moments where convenience trumped value.
If values and behaviors drift apart, trust will start to break down. People will pick up on the broken promises, the mixed signals, and the moments where convenience trumped value.
In 2026, Align Your Actions With Your Values
Yale School of Management leadership expert and professor Heidi Brooks analyzes why employee trust is eroding and how to close the values gap.
www.forbes.com
January 14, 2026 at 3:38 PM
Leadership credibility comes from what people see us do, not from what we say matters.
If values and behaviors drift apart, trust will start to break down. People will pick up on the broken promises, the mixed signals, and the moments where convenience trumped value.
If values and behaviors drift apart, trust will start to break down. People will pick up on the broken promises, the mixed signals, and the moments where convenience trumped value.
Old leadership models were designed for stability, clear authority, and one accepted way to lead. That world has changed, and redefining leadership is now urgent.
Today’s leaders operate in faster, more complex conditions. Decisions carry higher stakes, timelines are shorter, and certainty is rare.
Today’s leaders operate in faster, more complex conditions. Decisions carry higher stakes, timelines are shorter, and certainty is rare.
January 14, 2026 at 1:47 PM
Old leadership models were designed for stability, clear authority, and one accepted way to lead. That world has changed, and redefining leadership is now urgent.
Today’s leaders operate in faster, more complex conditions. Decisions carry higher stakes, timelines are shorter, and certainty is rare.
Today’s leaders operate in faster, more complex conditions. Decisions carry higher stakes, timelines are shorter, and certainty is rare.
Character is one of those things you don’t talk about much, but you feel it immediately in a leader. It shows up in how decisions get made when the path isn’t obvious and the pressure is on.
The Gift Of Character: 6 Leadership Lessons Revealed In 2025
This 2025 retrospective shows that competence without character is fragile and often harmful. Character endures, sustains, and elevates everything it touches.
www.forbes.com
January 13, 2026 at 1:47 PM
Character is one of those things you don’t talk about much, but you feel it immediately in a leader. It shows up in how decisions get made when the path isn’t obvious and the pressure is on.
2026 won’t reward leaders who chase certainty or absolutes. It will reward those who use technology to expand human judgment, stay flexible in how work gets done, and lead with enough humility to keep learning.
5 things executives should think about while ringing in 2026. #FCImpactCouncil f-st.co/NRpxC0Y
5 things business leaders must consider for success in 2026
Reconsider what you thought you knew.
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January 12, 2026 at 1:48 PM
2026 won’t reward leaders who chase certainty or absolutes. It will reward those who use technology to expand human judgment, stay flexible in how work gets done, and lead with enough humility to keep learning.
Every stage of life brings new possibilities, new challenges, and new ways to make an impact. Don’t let numbers define your potential. Age is just a number.
Your best work is ahead!
Your best work is ahead!
January 11, 2026 at 1:49 PM
Every stage of life brings new possibilities, new challenges, and new ways to make an impact. Don’t let numbers define your potential. Age is just a number.
Your best work is ahead!
Your best work is ahead!
Leadership with a moral center embraces age as strength. By honoring experience and including age in decisions, teams, and mentorship, leaders unlock perspective, creativity, and impact. Longevity is a chance to lead with purpose and build cultures where everyone, at every stage of life, can thrive.
Leadership Strategy In The Longevity Era
Do you have any idea what the age shape of your organization is today? Probably not. Here's why that matters.
www.forbes.com
January 2, 2026 at 3:22 PM
Leadership with a moral center embraces age as strength. By honoring experience and including age in decisions, teams, and mentorship, leaders unlock perspective, creativity, and impact. Longevity is a chance to lead with purpose and build cultures where everyone, at every stage of life, can thrive.
Leadership starts with believing in people and showing it every day through your actions. How you show up, the care you take, and the energy you bring shapes your team. Lead with trust and authenticity, and the vibe in the room will inspire everyone to rise.
This is the soft skill every leader needs. Here's how to nurture it with an eye to getting great Gen Z employees. trib.al/DUp6aLw
Establishing you company vibe is the soft skill every leader needs. Here's how to nurture it with an eye to getting great Gen Z employees.
This is the soft skill every leader needs. Here's how to nurture it with an eye to getting great Gen Z employees.
trib.al
December 30, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Leadership starts with believing in people and showing it every day through your actions. How you show up, the care you take, and the energy you bring shapes your team. Lead with trust and authenticity, and the vibe in the room will inspire everyone to rise.
Stand for something. Let people know what you believe in. And use that as your true north to guide your choices, define your impact, and shape the legacy you leave.
December 29, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Stand for something. Let people know what you believe in. And use that as your true north to guide your choices, define your impact, and shape the legacy you leave.
Happy Holidays!
As another year wraps up, I’m feeling incredibly grateful for the people, conversations, and experiences that made this year meaningful.
May your holiday season be filled with peace, love, and moments of joy.
Here’s to stepping into 2026 with excitement and purpose.
As another year wraps up, I’m feeling incredibly grateful for the people, conversations, and experiences that made this year meaningful.
May your holiday season be filled with peace, love, and moments of joy.
Here’s to stepping into 2026 with excitement and purpose.
December 23, 2025 at 2:27 PM
Happy Holidays!
As another year wraps up, I’m feeling incredibly grateful for the people, conversations, and experiences that made this year meaningful.
May your holiday season be filled with peace, love, and moments of joy.
Here’s to stepping into 2026 with excitement and purpose.
As another year wraps up, I’m feeling incredibly grateful for the people, conversations, and experiences that made this year meaningful.
May your holiday season be filled with peace, love, and moments of joy.
Here’s to stepping into 2026 with excitement and purpose.
Trust, but verify. AI is becoming an everyday tool, but relying on it blindly is a risk few talk about. Human judgment will always be a differentiator. Tools can analyze data, draft messages, and surface patterns, but they can’t weigh context, empathy, or experience.
December 19, 2025 at 4:47 PM
Trust, but verify. AI is becoming an everyday tool, but relying on it blindly is a risk few talk about. Human judgment will always be a differentiator. Tools can analyze data, draft messages, and surface patterns, but they can’t weigh context, empathy, or experience.
Leadership today is tested by constant disruption and complexity. Those who navigate it effectively pivot with purpose, stay true to their values, and anchor every decision in clear principles.
December 17, 2025 at 3:37 PM
Leadership today is tested by constant disruption and complexity. Those who navigate it effectively pivot with purpose, stay true to their values, and anchor every decision in clear principles.
Traditional leadership models are failing us. Power and competition used to signal strength, but now they block innovation, engagement, and ethical impact. Leadership should not be about outshining others but rather guiding outcomes through influence rooted in moral clarity.
The case for uncompeting: why leaders should focus on collaboration
Want more innovation and less burnout? Research shows organizations thrive when leaders replace individual competition with collaboration.
www.fastcompany.com
December 15, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Traditional leadership models are failing us. Power and competition used to signal strength, but now they block innovation, engagement, and ethical impact. Leadership should not be about outshining others but rather guiding outcomes through influence rooted in moral clarity.
Storytelling is the most powerful skill an entrepreneur can master. It shapes how investors, customers, and teams understand a vision and decide to support it. Startups focus on metrics and technology, but billion-dollar brands tell a story that makes people believe in the future.
December 12, 2025 at 4:46 PM
Storytelling is the most powerful skill an entrepreneur can master. It shapes how investors, customers, and teams understand a vision and decide to support it. Startups focus on metrics and technology, but billion-dollar brands tell a story that makes people believe in the future.
We live in a time where information is abundant, but wisdom is scarce. The real risk isn’t AI itself. It’s how we consume and share information without critical evaluation. Start every project by challenging assumptions, verifying facts, and holding yourself to a higher standard.
3 ChatGPT Skills To Add To Your Resume And Boost Your Salary Up To 47%
Knowing how to use ChatGPT isn't enough. You need these three ChatGPT skills on your resume to boost your career and bump up your salary in 2026. Learn about them here.
www.forbes.com
December 10, 2025 at 3:11 PM
We live in a time where information is abundant, but wisdom is scarce. The real risk isn’t AI itself. It’s how we consume and share information without critical evaluation. Start every project by challenging assumptions, verifying facts, and holding yourself to a higher standard.
Your social feed shapes your focus, mood, and how you lead. Step away, limit your time, and scroll with purpose. Attention managed today drives impact tomorrow.
New research suggests your feed may be shaping your mood, productivity, and interactions at work far more than you realize. f-st.co/OlCZUX2
It’s not your job. Your social media feed is ruining your workday
New research suggests your feed may be shaping your mood, productivity, and interactions at work far more than you realize.
f-st.co
December 9, 2025 at 2:48 PM
Your social feed shapes your focus, mood, and how you lead. Step away, limit your time, and scroll with purpose. Attention managed today drives impact tomorrow.
Skill-based talent is key to building a future-ready workforce. As job titles lose relevance, the focus shifts to the capabilities people bring. Organizing talent around skills gives a clearer view of strengths and the flexibility to adapt as priorities change.
December 8, 2025 at 2:53 PM
Skill-based talent is key to building a future-ready workforce. As job titles lose relevance, the focus shifts to the capabilities people bring. Organizing talent around skills gives a clearer view of strengths and the flexibility to adapt as priorities change.
Poetry as a weapon? A new study shows chatbots are far more likely to slip past their own safety guardrails when harmful prompts are written in verse. This exposes a structural weakness in how AI interprets meaning.
December 5, 2025 at 2:37 PM
Poetry as a weapon? A new study shows chatbots are far more likely to slip past their own safety guardrails when harmful prompts are written in verse. This exposes a structural weakness in how AI interprets meaning.
Most advice on personal branding tells you to pick a lane, but leadership comes from integrating your full range of strengths. Being multidimensional is what sets you apart and makes your perspective valuable. The challenge is turning complexity into clarity.
How to be a multidimensional leader—without sacrificing your personal brand
Being a Jack or Jill of all trades doesn’t mean simplifying yourself. Some tips on how to retain your complexity.
www.fastcompany.com
December 4, 2025 at 3:54 PM
Most advice on personal branding tells you to pick a lane, but leadership comes from integrating your full range of strengths. Being multidimensional is what sets you apart and makes your perspective valuable. The challenge is turning complexity into clarity.
World Computer Literacy Day is a chance to raise awareness about the importance of digital literacy, including the media skills we rely on every time we read, watch, or share something online.
December 2, 2025 at 4:21 PM
World Computer Literacy Day is a chance to raise awareness about the importance of digital literacy, including the media skills we rely on every time we read, watch, or share something online.