The Brand Print
A few years ago, when I was leading Research & Strategy for a digital transformation agency, one of the most […]
Move Your Desk
Most people don’t fear change itself.They fear what change might cost them. A loss of comfort. A loss of status.
That’s Not Fair
From playground squabbles to boardroom negotiations, the idea of fairness is one we wrestle with constantly. Kids argue over whose
The Cost of Yes
Debt isn’t just about money. Every decision we make in our work—every project, commitment, and responsibility—comes with a cost. Sometimes
Better Stories
Stories shape who we are. They’re the threads that weave together our shared human experience, building the fabric of culture
Emotional Labor
In an era where AI can write an essay, generate an image, and respond to customer inquiries in seconds, one
Win Small
Many businesses fail, not because they’re bad, but because they try to be for everyone. In a world obsessed
What’s In The Shadows
“Talent hits a target no one else can hit; Genius hits a target no one else can see.” – Schopenhauer
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Hooked
On February 9, millions of Americans will gather for the Super Bowl, a spectacle that’s as much about selling as
The Placebo Effect
The placebo effect—a term that sounds like it belongs in a science textbook but has real-world implications for anyone trying
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Creativity and AI
Remember when digital cameras first hit the scene in the ’90s? Professional photographers panicked. “This is the end of real
Generous Creation
In the world of creative work, the old saying holds true: you have to give before you can receive. Whether
Failure in advance
We all feel it—that gnawing, gut-churning fear that shows up just when we’re about to take a leap. Whether it’s
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Ideal Conditions
Change doesn’t happen in isolation. Whether you’re trying to improve workplace culture, launch a new initiative, or introduce a fresh
Two Hard Questions
I’ve never been eager to call myself a consultant. The biggest reason? A fundamental question: What if they don’t take
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Inauguration day
In the world of business, technology, and creativity, the ability to paint a compelling vision of the future is essential.
The work worth doing
In a world where making a living often feels like a constant hustle, it’s easy to lose sight of what
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Smaller, Braver, Better
In an industrialized world that glorifies scale, efficiency, and endless growth, it’s easy to feel like success is measured
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The Freelancer’s Dilemma
As a freelancer or creative professional, you often find yourself standing at a crossroads: should you stay small, keeping full
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The Value of Curation
In today’s world, content surrounds us like an endless buffet—blogs, videos, tweets, and podcasts, all clamoring for our attention. But
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Rethinking Fast and Slow
Daniel Kahneman left us with a lens through which to see our own minds—a guide to the hidden gears of
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Become the CEO
When we think about CEOs, we often picture corporate leaders shaping the direction of massive companies like Apple or Microsoft.
The Art of Charging for Your Work
In today’s digital landscape, where content often flows freely and audiences have come to expect instant access, creators and entrepreneurs
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Understanding Status Roles
Status roles are everywhere. From the boardroom to the playground, from prison yards to film festivals, these invisible hierarchies shape
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