by Al
When it comes to talking about what makes a great leader, I return time and again to this trifecta: character, commitment and…heart. Yes, heart. As soon as you read that, I’m betting your mind went one of two ways: “Pah, heart! There’s no room for this touchy-feely...
by Al
“Wanted: Upper management professional with minimum five years leadership experience. Must be qualified to degree level. You will be a forward-planner, results-orientated, self-driven. You pride yourself on thinking outside of the box. You will have a ruthless...
by Lisa
I was 25 and single when I bought my first house. On my own. My parents didn’t co-sign — it was all on me. What an achievement! A huge step on the path towards the “American Dream”. Until my boss at the time burst my bubble, ever so slightly. His response to my new...
by Al
What is the first thing you should do when starting a business? Ask this in a room full of wannabe entrepreneurs and you’ll hear as many different answers as there are people: you need a great product or service, a logo, a website, a business plan… I guarantee almost...
by Lisa
“Don’t be evil.” It’s such a short, bold statement that it makes most people laugh the first time they hear it. And yet, it’s one of the greatest assets Google has: it’s the basis of their culture. 87% of organizations struggle with culture and engagement — aka “How...
