Forced efficiency: the myth of cutting your way to greatness
In the early days of my career, being inefficient was practically a job requirement. I was a "New Media
Embracing conflict for stronger collaboration
Most people think conflict is a sign something’s gone wrong. We’d argue it’s a sign your team
Navigating collaborative conflict: how to turn tension into progress
Conflict is inevitable—but it doesn’t have to be destructive. When people work together—especially people with different perspectives,
Leadership advice is broken: it’s not about you, it’s about them
Pop quiz: When’s the last time you read a leadership article that wasn’t about the leader? Most leadership
How diversity in planning and teamwork leads to breakthrough success
The breakthrough potential of diverse teams Innovation doesn’t happen in an echo chamber. It emerges when teams bring together
The power of inclusive planning: how to involve diverse perspectives
Why diverse perspectives matter Imagine building a house with input from only one type of expert—say, an architect. The
The middle management trap: why it’s failing and how to fix it
If you’ve been a middle manager at any point in the last five years, congratulations! You’ve survived a
Why clear role definitions boost productivity
The hidden costs of unclear roles What happens when roles aren’t clearly defined? Meetings devolve into confusion, team members
