Psychologists Have a New Way to Measure ‘Corporate Bullshit’—And It Reveals a Surprising Secret About Performance
Cornell psychologist Shane Littrell introduced the Corporate Bull‑shit Receptivity Scale (CBRS) to measure how much employees enjoy corporate jargon. The study found that high appreciation for buzzword‑laden language correlates with lower analytic thinking and poorer decision‑making. Littrell identified common contexts where jargon flourishes, from evasive performance reviews to inflated mission statements. The research suggests that over‑reliance on empty corporate language can hinder clear communication and strategic outcomes.
AEG International Global Partnerships Strengthens Leadership Team with Key Promotions
AEG International has promoted nine executives within its Global Partnerships division, elevating three to Senior Vice President and six to Vice President roles. The promotions aim to strengthen partner experience, improve global alignment, and support the company’s expanding sponsorship and...
The Scoop: NYT Interview with Nike’s Elliott Hill Shows Art of CEO Profile
The New York Times ran a profile of Nike CEO Elliott Hill that reads like a meticulously staged comeback story, spotlighting his athlete outreach, ties to Phil Knight, and a jet‑set lifestyle. The piece highlights Nike’s recent struggles—declining running sales, falling stock,...
6 Steps to Finding an Executive Coach Who Fits Your Culture (and Fixes Your Blind Spots)
The article outlines a six‑step framework for selecting an executive coach that truly fits a company’s culture and leadership needs. It emphasizes starting with clearly defined coaching goals that tie directly to business outcomes, then narrowing the pool to coaches...
I Started a Small Massage Studio with My 401(k). Now It Averages $1.2 Million per Location.
Shane Evans funded her first massage studio by cashing out her 401(k) and her daughters' college savings, investing roughly $100,000 to launch a modest location in Texas. The business quickly turned into a franchise model, expanding to 120 sites nationwide...
K-Beauty Pioneer Appoints a U.S. CEO
Olive Young, South Korea's top beauty retailer, named Gaeun Kwon as chief executive of its U.S. arm. The company will debut its first American store in Pasadena, California, in May 2026, followed by a preview location at Westfield Century City....
Nebius Names Dan Lawrence to Lead Expansion in the US as Senior Vice President and General Manager for the Americas
Nebius, the AI‑focused cloud provider, has appointed Dan Lawrence as Senior Vice President and General Manager for the Americas. Based in Boston, Lawrence will drive the company’s rapid U.S. expansion, scaling its go‑to‑market engine across strategic, enterprise, ISV and AI‑native...
You Weren’t Born to Blend In — Here’s Why the Best Leaders Are the Ones Who Stand Out
The article argues that the most effective leaders distinguish themselves through authentic differentiation rather than blending in. It highlights how cognitive diversity, calculated risk‑taking, and strategic visibility create a competitive edge and foster innovation. Real‑world examples show that leaders who...
Veteran Fintech Executive Keith Todd Launches Sapphire Technology Group
Veteran fintech leader Keith Todd has launched Sapphire Technology Group Ltd., a London‑based firm built around the “Sapphire Doctrine” – a repeatable framework for high‑growth, stakeholder‑aligned transformation. The company will run two core initiatives: Sapphire Leadership, a C‑suite coaching program...
Stephen Allan to Leave Brainlabs
Stephen Allan is stepping down as executive chair of Brainlabs after a four‑year tenure. Allan joined the data‑driven marketing firm in 2022, overseeing its expansion into new markets and product lines. The departure comes as Brainlabs continues to scale its...
Logitech CEO Hanneke Faber on Why AI Makes Hardware ‘Sexy’ Again
Logitech CEO Hanneke Faber says artificial intelligence is making hardware “sexy” again, as the company rolls out AI‑enabled peripherals and a proprietary AI tool that prepares board‑room materials. After a multi‑quarter decline, Logitech has posted eight consecutive quarters of top‑...
Phoenix Copper Fires Chair, CFO over Secret Payments
Phoenix Copper (AIM: PXC) dismissed its executive chairman Marcus Edwards‑Jones and CFO Richard Wilkins after an internal probe revealed undisclosed related‑party payments of about $1.765 million to a firm owned by the chairman and an additional £610,000 in unauthorized bond‑related transfers. The board...
The ‘Silent Middle’: The Burnout Crisis Quietly Spreading Through Organizations
The article introduces the “Silent Middle,” a cohort of high‑capability employees who appear competent while silently battling burnout. These workers keep output stable but mask declining capacity, creativity, and risk tolerance. Because they do not overtly disengage, leaders often miss...
Collective Discernment Is the Missing Line on the Corporate Balance Sheet
Collective discernment is the board’s shared ability to surface weak signals, integrate dissent, and act decisively under pressure. Recent collapses at Silicon Valley Bank and Wirecard show that even with ample data, a lack of collective judgment can precipitate failure....
Why Visibility Has Become the New Test of Leadership
In professional‑service firms, quiet excellence has given way to visible leadership. Partners now must demonstrate impact through LinkedIn posts, client reviews, and internal dashboards, turning transparency into a credibility metric. MIT Sloan’s research identifies three levers—internal recognition, external reputation, and...
Should the CIO, CFO or CEO Hold the Kill Switch on AI?
The article debates which C‑level executive should pull the kill switch on a failing AI initiative. While the CFO typically decides based on missed ROI and rising costs, the CIO steps in when technical feasibility or data readiness falters, and...
CPO, Zepz | Empathy to Enterprise Value: The Modern HR Mandate Must Stretch Beyond 'Employee Concierge'
As companies transition from startup to scale‑up, HR must shift from informal, proximity‑driven culture to a structured operating framework. The article argues that empathy alone cannot sustain large workforces; it needs to be codified in systems, rhythms, and fair processes....
Tim Cook Says Apple Meetings Are Full of Arguments. That’s the Point
Apple CEO Tim Cook revealed that the company’s meetings are deliberately filled with arguments and debate, rather than seeking quick consensus. He explained that this culture forces every detail to be scrutinized, turning disagreement into a source of stronger ideas....
Interview: Nick Pearson, CIO, Ricoh Europe
Nick Pearson joined Ricoh Europe as CIO in December 2023, stepping into a newly created board‑level role to steer the company’s shift from a hardware‑centric, asset‑based model to a services‑focused business. He oversees a federated IT organisation that supports 17,000 employees,...
My Employee Is Sobbing at Her Desk Every Week
A manager is struggling with an employee, Brenda, who cries frequently at her desk, often without clear triggers. Brenda’s emotional volatility is disrupting team productivity as the company approaches a high‑demand period. While she is receiving therapy, the manager wants...
How 1 Leadership Advisory Firm Measures a Potential CEO’s Agility
In a climate where 70 percent of CEOs cite high disruption, boards are shifting focus from résumé credentials to executive agility. Russell Reynolds Associates (RRA) uses its 26‑year‑old Leadership Portrait to quantify traits such as curiosity, resilience, and social intelligence, adding...
Your AI Isn’t Failing. Your Org Just Can’t Absorb It
A Wall Street Journal survey revealed a 38‑point gap between executives, who claim AI saves eight or more hours weekly, and front‑line workers, who report less than two hours of benefit. A National Bureau of Economic Research study of 6,000...
Meet the… CEO
Imagine’s CEO describes a day without a set routine, shifting between urgent operational issues and multi‑year strategic projects. He emphasizes that his work revolves around three pillars—communication with customers and partners, internal and external leadership, and coaching the organization toward...
HDFC Life Insurance Names Vijay Vaidyanathan as CHRO
HDFC Life Insurance has appointed veteran executive Vijay Vaidyanathan as its chief human resources officer, effective April 1, 2026. Vaidyanathan, who joined the insurer in 2001, brings more than two decades of experience across sales, bancassurance, and talent management, most...
Ethics: My Board Chair’s Behavior Is Stressing Everyone. What Should I Say to Her?
An executive director at a young nonprofit reports that the newly appointed board chair repeatedly has emotional breakdowns, creating tension among board members. The chair’s recent outburst during a meeting highlighted a perceived power struggle and prompted a request for...
Fiera Real Estate Names Ben Coles as Chairman
Fiera Real Estate announced Ben Coles as its new chairman, succeeding founder Ray Palmer who is stepping back after more than three decades at the helm. The platform, known for its data‑driven commercial real‑estate intelligence, will now be guided by...
Why Legacy Matters in Business: Lessons From Itzhak Ezratti for Today’s Leaders
Business legacy is no longer measured solely by size or wealth; it hinges on culture, trust, and enduring values. The article uses Itzhak Ezratti, founder of GL Homes, to illustrate how intentional, values‑driven leadership and patient growth create a lasting...
The Empathy Deficit: The Mistake Most Founders Make with AI
Founders are racing to ship AI products, but a growing "empathy deficit" threatens success. While 52% of executives cite critical thinking as essential, only 17% prioritize empathy—cognitive empathy that models real user behavior. The article argues that neglecting this skill...
I'm the CEO of Klaviyo. I Run on a 'Creator-Type' Schedule and Love Diet Coke and Country Music.
Andrew Bialecki, Harvard‑trained physicist and co‑founder, now leads Klaviyo—a 2,000‑person SaaS firm that powers millions of customer conversations—with a disciplined, creator‑type schedule. He starts his day with an early jog, family walk, and a structured office arrival, then uses AI...
20 C‑Suite Leaders Reveal Their Burnout‑Proof Rituals—From Having Kids to No‑Email Fridays
A new roundup of 20 C‑suite leaders reveals personal rituals designed to prevent burnout, ranging from family game nights and meditation to street‑level consumer engagement and no‑email Fridays. Executives emphasize protecting non‑negotiable family time, managing energy before and after work,...
Most People Managers Would Prefer Not to Manage People
A YouGov survey commissioned by SafetyCulture found that 69% of frontline managers in the UK and Ireland would rather not manage people if their pay remained unchanged. The reluctance is strongest among younger workers, with 73% of Gen Z and...
HRDA Frankly Speaking: The Silent Feedback
The article argues that excessive workplace niceness creates a silent feedback loop that deprives leaders of truthful input. Employees often withhold criticism to avoid conflict, leading to sanitized information reaching decision‑makers. This dynamic hampers productivity, innovation, and effective problem‑solving. Amira...
IWD 2026: The Career Multiplier We Don’t Talk About Enough – a Mentor
Yara Elsayed, senior media manager at HAVAS Media Middle East, argues that mentorship is a hidden career multiplier in the media sector. She defines mentors as experienced professionals who not only advise but open doors and teach better questioning. When...
IWD 2026: Why Women’s Empathy Is a Superpower for Business
Irina Tatarinova argues that women’s empathy is a strategic asset, not a weakness, driving stronger brand connections and employee loyalty. In the UAE, a 2025 law mandating at least one woman on every private joint‑stock board has sparked a four‑fold...
"She Flies Satellites. One Day, I Can Too."
ESA’s European Space Operations Centre (ESOC) spotlighted five senior women who lead spacecraft missions such as JUICE, EarthCARE, and the ExoMars rover, sharing their daily skills and career paths. They highlight the importance of interpersonal communication, calm decision‑making, and human‑centred...
LABJ Insider: Kilroy Realty Names New Board Members
Kilroy Realty Corp. announced a leadership shuffle, appointing long‑time director Gary Stevenson as board chair and adding Cia Buckley Marakovits and David Kieske to its board. The Los Angeles‑based REIT now oversees 16.3 million square feet of office and life‑science space plus roughly 1,000...
Exclusive: Cars24’s India Used Cars CEO Himanshu Ratnoo To Quit, Vikram Chopra Takes Charge
Cars24’s India used‑car chief Himanshu Ratnoo announced his departure after more than five years, having led the unit since July 2024. Founder‑CEO Vikram Chopra will now directly oversee the Indian used‑car operations, consolidating leadership ahead of an imminent IPO. The...
How to Lead a Team Decimated by Layoffs
Recent AI‑driven layoffs at Block, Citigroup and Morgan Stanley illustrate how market‑focused headcount cuts can boost share prices but leave surviving teams struggling. The article explains that rapid reductions erase informal networks, blur decision authority and damage the psychological contract,...
TomTom Names New CEO as Co-Founder Steps Down
TomTom announced that co‑founder Harold Goddijn will step down as Chief Executive Officer at the Annual General Meeting on 16 April 2026 and move to the Supervisory Board. The Supervisory Board has nominated Chief Revenue Officer Mike Schoofs, who joined TomTom in...
How Your Brain Can Excel and Innovate During Turbulent Times: Part 1
The article introduces three neurobiological operating modes that shape how leaders respond to volatility: Brain 1.0 (fear‑driven retrenchment), Brain 2.0 (dopamine‑driven quick fixes), and Brain 3.0 (centered awareness that fuels agility and innovation). It argues that a leader’s inner neural foundation—comprising resilience, attention,...
Comings & Goings
JLL announced Andrew Frost will become chairman of its UK business on March 31, 2026, moving from his role as head of UK capital markets; Julian Sandbach will succeed him as head of UK Capital Markets while John Woodger leads...
Pan Pacific Gears up for Growth with New Leadership Team
Pan Pacific Hotels Group unveiled a new executive leadership team, appointing Craig Bond as chief operating officer, Celine Du as chief commercial and marketing officer, and Kate Loh as head of Development. The refreshed senior team, led by CEO Choe...
12 of the Best Leadership Books for People Leaders
The article presents a curated list of 12 leadership books tailored for HR professionals, organized around psychological safety, communication, authentic inclusion, and Stoicism. It cites a 2025 McKinsey study showing CEOs who read regularly outperform peers, underscoring reading as a...
Havas Moonfolks Elevates Leadership with Erwin Airlangga as CSO and Multiple Promotions
Havas Moonfolks appointed Erwin Airlangga as Chief Strategy and Growth Officer, bolstering its strategic leadership in Indonesia. The move accompanies promotions of Yuni Isdiyatiningsih, Sanchar Roy, Deriz Syarief and Airin Aprila to senior roles across trading, commerce, operations and client...
My PhD Student Is Stuck. How Do I Teach Them Perseverance and Problem Solving?
A new principal investigator seeks strategies to teach perseverance and problem‑solving to PhD students facing experimental setbacks. Experienced PIs recommend building collaborative lab cultures, pairing newcomers with senior members, normalizing failure, and setting realistic research goals. These practices aim to...
The 13%: Inside the Quiet Empires Built by the World’s Most Powerful High-Net-Worth Women
Women comprise only 13% of global billionaires, yet a growing cohort is reshaping the economy by owning the infrastructure that powers trade, health, and technology. The article profiles eight self‑made female leaders—from Rafaela Aponte‑Diamant’s MSC shipping empire to Daniela Amodei’s...
The Limitless Equation Podcast Brings 150 Industry Leaders Together to Tackle Self-Doubt
More than 150 media, marketing and creative leaders convened in Sydney for The Limitless Equation’s “Self‑Doubt: The Invisible Pandemic” event. Hosted by podcast founder Chloe Hooper, the gathering highlighted research showing 80% of women experience low self‑belief and featured speakers...
Jensen Huang Says He’s Made More Billionaires Than Any CEO—Inside Nvidia’s Golden Handcuffs
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang boasts that his compensation model has created more billionaires than any other CEO, leveraging aggressive equity grants and a 15% discounted employee stock purchase plan. The company’s ultra‑low 2023 turnover of 2.7% contrasts sharply with the...
The 3 Words Michael Jordan to Instantly Build Self-Respect and Camaraderie
Michael Jordan, at the peak of his NBA and branding career, approached Dream Team assistant coach Mike Krzyzewski after practice and asked, "Coach, I’d like to work on some of my offensive stuff. Would you please work with me?" The...
Tim Cook Says Apple at 50 Is ‘in a Party of One’ that Can’t Be Replicated
Apple will celebrate its 50th anniversary on April 1, 2026, marking five decades of industry‑changing products. CEO Tim Cook told CBS that the company must “build a new muscle” by focusing on future innovations rather than resting on past successes. He...