Forget the corporate ladder — winners take risks
Success in your career looks different for everyone — but no matter your industry, you’ll need to take risks. Company and community builder Molly Graham shares three key skills to learn before jumping off the metaphorical cliff, outlining a path off the corporate ladder and into true professional… Read more

Why good people become bad bosses

You’ve probably had a bad boss, but you might not realize how easy it is to become one. Leadership experts Jamie Woolf and Christopher Bell unpack “power blindness” — how authority can warp your perspective — and share smart, practical ways to break the cycle of toxic bosses for…

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Every Team Needs a Super-Facilitator

The article introduces the idea of a “super-facilitator”—a team member who plays a critical role in integrating diverse expertise, ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard, and fostering trust within the group. Unlike traditional star performers who stand out for their individual contributions,…

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How to speak up — even when you don’t want to
What stops you from speaking up when it matters most? Healthcare leader Sarah Crawford-Bohl offers a practical, compassionate framework to have difficult conversations with clarity and heart — and shows how it can lead to stronger teams and real… Read more

The “hot shot rule” to help you become a better leader

Confidence doesn’t come before action — it comes from taking action, says business leader Kat Cole, who worked her way up from waitress to CEO of a global health company. She presents a simple yet powerful practice called the “hot shot rule” to help you step into a leadership mindset, break…

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The key to navigating change with confidence
What if the change you fear most is actually the best thing for you? Change leader Kristy Ellmer shares a powerful lesson on how even the most difficult transitions, including layoffs and company-wide transformations, can open unexpected doors. She offers tools from behavioral science to help you… Read more

The best leaders I’ve worked with share something surprising.

It’s how they act every single day.

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The best leaders I've worked with share something surprising. | Dr. Thomas Funke | 100 comments

The best leaders I've worked with share something surprising. (Hint: It's not their vision or strategy.) It's how they act every single day. I kept seeing the same patterns. Small habits that created huge impact. Things that take zero talent, … Continue reading

Strong leadership in today’s dynamic world requires far more than just technical expertise. According to IMD, eight critical skills define effective leaders for 2025 and beyond: relationship building, agility and adaptability, innovation and creativity, employee motivation, decision-making, conflict management, negotiation, and critical… Read more

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The 8 Key Leadership Skills You Need to Know in 2025

Master the key leadership skills executives need to drive innovation, lead high-performing teams, and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving business landscape.

Looking for Panel Speakers : Are Certifications Still Worth It in 2025?

Certifications like PMP, AWS, Scrum, Six Sigma, Coursera & Google – Do they still give you an edge or just fill your résumé with logos?

We’re bringing together 15 bold voices to debate this LIVE on LinkedIn.

Date: Saturday, August 9th
Time: 11:00 AM IST

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Do IT Certifications Still Hold Value in 2025? with GS Kumar

A Power-Packed Debate for Mid-Career Professionals