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“I get no joy in consulting anymore.”
“I get no joy in consulting anymore. I don’t know if this is what I should do.” That’s not a casual thought. It’s not something you say when everything is running smoothly. It’s the quiet sentence that only surfaces when something deep inside feels really off. And that’s exactly what came through from a client…
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First African American Astronaut on Lessons from His Missions and Embracing Infinite Possibilities
Welcome to Strategy Skills episode 547, an interview with Bernard Harris, an astronaut, physician, venture capitalist, philanthropist, and author of Embracing Infinite Possibilities: Letting Go of Fear to Find Your Highest Potential. In this episode, Bernard Harris, the first African American astronaut to walk in space, shares his experiences and describes the thrill of launching…
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[New Insider Program] Why am I not happy?
What Feels Tolerable at First Eventually Becomes Intolerable. …Sooner or Later, You Have to Act. I want to highlight the beginning of the release of a new 14-part program “Why am I not happy? How can I be happy?” available to Insiders and Legacy members. The first 2 episodes can be accessed here. Also, only during the next 4…
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Renowned Experts Christian van Nieuwerburgh and Robert Biswas-Diener on Radical Listening
Welcome to Strategy Skills episode 546, an interview with the authors of Radical Listening: The Art of True Connection, Prof. Christian van Nieuwerburgh and Dr. Robert Biswas-Diener. Most conversations barely scratch the surface, because true connection isn’t just about hearing words, it’s about listening with purpose and presence. In this episode, Prof. Christian van Nieuwerburgh…
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Eric Cole on How Cybersecurity Can Make or Break Your Business
Welcome to Strategy Skills episode 545, an interview with the author of Cyber Crisis: Protecting Your Business from Real Threats in the Virtual World, Dr. Eric Cole. What do cybersecurity and entrepreneurship have in common? According to Dr. Eric Cole, a former CIA hacker turned tech entrepreneur and cybersecurity expert, they all require pattern recognition, disciplined thinking,…
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Kevin Evers on the Strategic Genius of Taylor Swift
Welcome to Strategy Skills episode 544, an interview with the author of There’s Nothing Like This: The Strategic Genius of Taylor Swift, Kevin Evers. In this episode, Kevin shares insights from his new book on Taylor Swift, noting her strategic decision-making and marketing tactics that led her to where she is today. He stresses the…
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Elizabeth Husserl on Understanding Embodied Wealth
Welcome to Strategy Skills episode 543, an interview with the author of The Power of Enough: Finding Joy in Your Relationship with Money, Elizabeth Husserl. Many people chase wealth as a number but the truth is, true wealth is more than money in the bank. In this episode, Elizabeth challenges common assumptions about financial success…
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The systems behind sustained high performance with ADHD
How to Perform Above Average with a Brain That Works Nothing Like Most People’s When I worked in consulting and banking, the open-plan layout (endless desks, no offices except for the most senior leaders) was pure torture. For example, having a conversation with a colleague while someone else was speaking loudly next to me was…
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Sébastien Page on the Psychology of Leadership
For our Strategy Skills episode 542, we had an interview with the author The Psychology of Leadership: Timeless principles to improve your management of individuals, teams… and yourself!, Sébastien Page. Ever wondered what truly drives successful leaders and how psychology plays a role? In this episode with Sébastien Page, we explore the habits, mindset, and…
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If you think a 20% buffer is enough for your IT project, you haven’t seen the data
If You Think a 20% Buffer is Enough for Your IT Project,… …You Haven’t Seen the Data. Strategy Control Room Advanced members can access the new IT, Digital, AI, and Cloud Center-of-Excellence, Updates 1 and 2, here. — A vision, as wonderful and ambitious as it may be, is not enough to deliver a successful project. According…
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Faisal Hoque on Unlocking Humanity in the Age of AI
Welcome to Strategy Skills episode 541, an interview with the author of Transcend: Unlocking Humanity in the Age of AI, Faisal Hoque. In this episode, Faisal shares his journey from his early days developing software to becoming a business leader focused on strategy and impact. Faisal talks about how Eastern philosophy, particularly Buddhism, influences his…
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Finding Meaning at Work with Wes Adams and Tamara Myles
Welcome to Strategy Skills episode 540, an interview with the authors of Meaningful Work: How to Ignite Passion and Performance in Every Employee, Wes Adams and Tamara Myles. What makes work truly meaningful, and how can leaders create it? In this episode, Tamara Myles and Wes Adams, researchers and positive psychologists, have studied how leaders can intentionally…