


How To Rebalance Communication In The Post-Pandemic New Normal
Most of you shifted from in-person to virtual communication during the pandemic. Once you’re released from the pandemic restrictions, you’ll shift back. But you won’t shift back far enough or fast enough. And, as discussed last week, simply restoring your culture...
Post Pandemic Re-Booting Through Maslow’s Needs Hierarchy
COVID-19 has reset everyone’s progress up Maslow’s hierarchy of physiological, safety, belonging, self-esteem, and self-actualization needs. As you re-boot your relationships with internal and external stakeholders including customers, you’re going to have to meet...
Ranking McDonald’s, Nike And Under Armour’s New CEOs’ Chances Of Success
Lots of movement amongst retail CEOs recently. McDonald’s new CEO, Chris Kempczinski, seems to be facing low or manageable risk and should do fine – highest chance of success. Nike’s new CEO, John Donahoe, has a potentially mission-crippling risk, but can make it work...
Questioning The Value Of Integrity
It’s about what you want and what you’re willing to give up to get it. And recently, it seems more and more leaders are willing to give up integrity for their own personal gain. Has to make you wonder if integrity is a barrier or an asset. I’m hoping it’s the latter,...