When I was in my mid-thirties, sitting in a doctor’s waiting room with one of my kids, I stumbled across a children’s book called I Am Loveable and Capable by Sidney B. Simon. The whimsical illustrations caught my eye, but it was the story of Randy and his invisible sign that stayed with me.

Amazon’s recent decision to revert to a five-day in-office work week has reignited a critical conversation about workplace dynamics in the post-pandemic era. While the move may be framed as a strategy for boosting productivity, it raises several questions: Who really benefits from this shift, and are we ready to abandon the flexibility and innovation that remote work has offered?

Leadership is a relentless series of decisions, each carrying the weight of shaping the future. What distinguishes effective leaders from their peers often lies not just in their strategic acumen, but in their emotional intelligence (EQ). Leaders with high EQ possess the ability to navigate the emotional landscape of decision-making with clarity, ensuring their choices are both rational and empathetic. This blend of emotional awareness and …

Our Emotional intelligence is the key to staying calm under pressure. Whether you're facing tight deadlines, heavy workloads, or unclear expectations at work, emotional intelligence helps you manage stress by keeping your emotions in check. It allows you to respond thoughtfully rather than react impulsively, reducing the likelihood of making decisions you'll later regret.

Staying calm under stress is crucial not just in the workplace but also in our personal lives. Emotional outbursts can lead to conflicts, strained relationships, and poor choices. Stress, if unmanaged, can also take a physical toll, causing …

As leaders, we invest a significant amount of time and resources in the search for top talent.   We carefully craft job descriptions, sift through resumes, conduct multiple rounds of interviews, and finally onboard the new hire. Even after all of that, it can take over a year before we fully see the return on investment from a new employee. But, what if I told you the best solution for your team’s growth and development probably isn’t in a stack of resumes, but rather right under your nose …