Leadership

"The most basic of all human needs is the need to understand and be understood. The best way to understand people is to listen to them." – Ralph G. Nichols

Every so often, stories emerge about individuals or organizations achieving the seemingly impossible. A few hours north of where I live on the east coast of the United States is a unique summer camp named "Seeds of Peace," which serves as a beacon of hope. Its mission? Facilitating dialogue between Palestinian and Israeli children who are in…

"If you want people to trust you at work, showing them who you really are gives them permission to show up as their real selves too."

The call for a more connected and human-centered workplace is louder than ever. It is a topic close to my heart and one that I have been passionately exploring.

I am deeply humbled and honored to share with you my recent TEDx Talk, "Don't Check Yourself at the Door: How to Share Your True Self." In this talk, I introduce my CORE methodology aimed at helping us a…

"The only way of discovering the limits of the possible is to venture a little way past them into the impossible." – Arthur C. Clarke

The MSG Sphere in Las Vegas is not just an architectural marvel but a testament to human creativity and technological prowess. Its immersive audio-visual experience encapsulates the transformative power of innovation, redefining how we perceive and engage with entertainment. From its stunning spherical design to the largest and highest resolution LED screen in th…

Life is an adventure, and every day presents us with opportunities to explore new territory and new possibilities and to expand our horizons. However, with so much to see and experience, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed and lost. That's why it's important to create beautiful and powerful boundaries that can help guide us toward our goals and filter out distractions.

Exploring new territory is essential for personal growth and development. It allows us to challenge ourselves and learn new thin…

Value creation is a term often used in the world of business and leadership. But what does it mean, and why is it important? At its core, value creation refers to the process of increasing the overall value of a product, service, or company, either through innovation, efficiency, or other means. But this definition can be quite broad, and for leaders looking to create value, it's essential to understand what specific value they want to create and how to achieve it.

One of the key challenges of …

In the shifting landscape of business, making decisions that effectively balance the interests of various stakeholders is a critical skill. Every decision, from launching a new product to restructuring an organization, affects a wide range of stakeholders. Therefore, it is crucial to understand who they are, what they need, and how your decisions might impact them. This brings us to an interesting concept - "Who is represented by the empty chair?"

The empty chair concept is a simple yet powerfu…

While we often associate side effects with adverse outcomes, particularly in the realm of medicine, what if we flipped the script?

In the medical field, side effects are typically warnings, cautioning us about potential unwanted consequences. But what if we looked at side effects as unexpected benefits? Applying this innovative perspective to self-awareness allows us to see how this essential quality can lead to transformative life changes. Let’s explore self-awareness not just as a core skill …

Finding the courage to say no to what's nonessential gives you the freedom to say yes to a world of things that are

In our fast-paced, hyper-connected world, the ability to say 'no' is becoming an increasingly valuable skill. Amid the constant barrage of opportunities, tasks, and distractions, we need to focus on what truly matters. This echoes the core tenet of Greg McKeown's book 'Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less,' where he advocates for the deliberate prioritization of the essen…

"You have within you right now everything you need to deal with whatever the world can throw at you." – Brian Tracy

Do you know how to access your own inner growth compass? Navigating the complexities of business, life, and relationships can be daunting, and it is not always clear which direction to take. In the midst of uncertainty, how can you be sure you are on the right path? It is essential to learn how to access your inner growth compass and trust its guidance.

Many people believe that i…

"Art is not what you see, but what you make others see." – Edgar Degas

I recently did a Google search on the subject line of "life is…" Would you like to know what I came up with? I found a series of quotes. Here are a few. "Life is a game. Life is a journey. Life is a long lesson in humility. Life is jazz and works best when you improvise." My personal take on the subject is that "life is art," and the part that intrigues me the most is what I call "artful connection."

In a world where confor…