One of the core takeaways from my work in Bhutan is that values only matter when they are operationalized, when they are practiced, discussed, and reinforced collectively.

I’m struck by how powerful it is when a nation truly aligns its actions with its values and when leaders make decisions not just for today but for generations they’ll never meet.

A few years ago, I sat in on a board meeting as an observer. About fifteen minutes into the management presentation, I watched the familiar shift happen. One director checked the clock. Another closed their binder with a quiet thud. A third stared down at their notes, no longer tracking what was being said. At the break, one of them turned to me and privately said, almost apologetically, “I stopped listening around slide ten.” I wasn’t surprised. My years at a Fortune 5 compa

Boards are drowning in information but starving for insight. They don’t need more process updates or policy counts. They need clarity, brevity, and a clear line of sight to business impact.

It’s that time of year again: performance review season. If you’re feeling a bit anxious, especially if you suspect your review might not be glowing, you’re definitely not alone. If that’s the situation you find yourself in, read this.

Picking up my phone, I once saw a text from a close friend: her mother could no longer live alone, she was preparing a bedroom, and she was in the middle of job interviews. “What do I tell them—if anything?” she asked. Many job seekers face the same question: should you disclose caregiving responsibilities to a prospective employer?

Every leader, at some point, faces resistance, not just to AI, but any major transformation. With AI, though, the stakes feel higher. Here's why and what you can do about it.

To understand if you’re ready for a promotion, seek feedback. While you can start with your boss, know that your manager is not the only person who can give you these insights. For a well-rounded view of your work and impact, identify five key stakeholders who can give you honest and valuable feedback.

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Just got passed over for another promotion? Overwhelmed with the underwhelm of your career trajectory? It can be an emotionally-charged...