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He Went from Tech CEO to Dishwasher. Now, He’s Behind 320 Restaurants and $750 Million in Assets.
Andrew K. Smith discusses how storytelling drives scale, how founders lead and how family stays part of the journey.
Key Takeaways
- Smith built Savory Fund alongside his wife, Shauna, who now serves as CEO. Their approach blends personal and…
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The words we use to describe our emotions affect how we feel, says historian Tiffany Watt Smith, and they’ve often changed (sometimes very dramatically) in response to new cultural expectations and ideas. Take nostalgia, for instance: first defined in 1688 as an illness and considered deadly, today it’s seen as a…
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Quote of th Day
“Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement. Nothing can be done without hope and confidence.”
— Helen Keller, Author and disability rights advocate
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Real State Of Health
Leadership’s Vital Role in Sustaining Organizational Strength
The essence of leadership lies not only in guiding a team but also in vigilantly nurturing the followers within. The subtle decay of followership can clandestinely erode the core of an organization, leading to unforeseen consequences.
Unchecked, undesirable…
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Fear-Based CEOs Versus Trust-Based Leaders: Who Actually Wins?
Leadership that leans on intimidation might impress Wall Street, but data shows that it’s destroying companies from within. In this video, MIT SMR columnist Brian Elliott examines why command-and-control tactics fail at AI adoption, RTO mandates, and talent retention.
According to a…
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Social Conformity : “Balancing Belonging With Independent Thinking”
Origin
Social conformity is a psychological concept studied since the mid-20th century, especially through Solomon Asch’s famous experiments. It refers to the tendency of individuals to align their attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors with those of a group. In workplaces, conformity…
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Anticipatory Anxiety : “Managing the Stress of What Hasn’t Happened Yet”
Origin
Anticipatory anxiety is a psychological concept describing the fear, worry, or stress people feel in advance of a future event. In workplace contexts, it often appears before presentations, performance reviews, deadlines, or big organizational changes. While mild…
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Redefining HR: Transforming People Teams to Drive Business PerformanceIn today’s fast-paced business landscape, the traditional HR function—often reactive, process-heavy, and compliance-focused—is no longer sufficient. Organizations need HR teams that are strategic, data-driven, and…
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