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Welcome to the Knowledge-Based Economy
In this new economy, the skills that matter most are complex, analytical thinking, and the ability to make decisions in a fast-paced, uncertain context. In the knowledge-based economy, ideas are the valued currency. Unfortunately, in most organizations, a large proportion of employees do not feel comfortable speaking up and sharing their unique ideas. Failure to…
Comfort With Discomfort
Uneasiness doesn’t have to feel bad. Let’s be honest-at some point in our lives we have all experienced thoughts, comments or requests that are contrary to our belief system. In those situations how we react with fight or flight. But what if we paused and considered? To do so, would require that we “get comfortable…
Getting Beyond Conflict
Conflict is a part of life. I like to put that statement out there and let if float by itself for a bit. I do this so you can take a moment to reflect on how a statement like this makes you feel. Anxious? Excited? Ready to get in a ring? I like to think…
The Future of Diversity
Earlier this year, I read a statistic that reported an 800% increase in job postings related to diversity. This is on top of the estimated $10B spent in 2019 on diversity and inclusion initiatives in corporations. The truth is, most of these programs won’t work. Not because there isn’t real interest, but because most of…
Statement on Recent Shootings
Our deepest condolences to the families, friends, and colleagues impacted by the recent acts of terror inflicted on innocent people in Buffalo, NY, Orange County, CA, and Uvalde, TX. These were souls who were just living their lives – grocery shopping, going to church, and attending school – in routine activities that should be safe…

