Leadership Social Media and Updates

CEOs Must Adapt Strategically to AI Disruption
SocialApr 16, 2026

CEOs Must Adapt Strategically to AI Disruption

CEO themes and insights how does a CEO respond to AI business disruption? by @Timothy_Hughes https://t.co/LanW9VTJdY @DLAIgnite #SocialSelling #DigitalSelling #Sales #SalesTips #SalesLeader #Marketing #Leadership #ArtificialIntelligence #MarketingStrategy https://t.co/4SxQ0eSsnc

By Tim Hughes
Organizational Discipline Prevents Screw-Ups and Drives Success
SocialApr 16, 2026

Organizational Discipline Prevents Screw-Ups and Drives Success

Lack of organizational discipline creates countless screw-ups that restrict team/org. success. #leadership #management #workplaceeffectiveness https://t.co/c4ZtRXMNGl

By Sigi Osagie
Global Leaders Grow From Scratch, Not M&A
SocialApr 16, 2026

Global Leaders Grow From Scratch, Not M&A

Building global leaders is not done via M&A. They are buildt from 0 - 1 and then go from 1 - 100

By Mads Christiansen
Discipline, Not Scale, Built Walmart’s Success
SocialApr 16, 2026

Discipline, Not Scale, Built Walmart’s Success

Thinking Small Strategy built Walmart: ✈️ Go to the frontlines 🧠 Hire people smarter than you 🔁 Force constant change 🏪 Think one store, one customer Scale didn’t win—discipline did. Read more: https://michaelwmchugh.com/thinking-small-strategy-sam-walton/

By Michael W. McHugh
Master Speaking and Silence for Career Success
SocialApr 16, 2026

Master Speaking and Silence for Career Success

“Effective #communication is a crucial skill for career success. And knowing when & how to speak and when & how to be silent is a cornerstone of communicating *constructively* with others—and more importantly, with urself.” ➤ https://t.co/fru9976tBb #careeradvice #softskills https://t.co/QwSCObNXwT

By Sigi Osagie
Unwell Appoints Joanne Bradford as President, Expands Leadership
SocialApr 16, 2026

Unwell Appoints Joanne Bradford as President, Expands Leadership

Alex Cooper’s Unwell Hires Joanne Bradford as President to Lead Expanded Executive Team https://t.co/q8c5v0irLf via @variety

By Todd Spangler
Indecision Costs Founders Control and Value
SocialApr 16, 2026

Indecision Costs Founders Control and Value

A lot of startup pain comes from founders not deciding what matters most and owning it. Wasserman's take (Founder’s Dilemma) on this is kind of brutal: founders who toggle between "I want control" and "I want maximum value at sale" are...

By Kim Mansour
From Corporate to Solo: Managing All Tasks Alone
SocialApr 16, 2026

From Corporate to Solo: Managing All Tasks Alone

Live Today What happens when you leave corporate and suddenly have to do everything yourself? This is a ‘must see event’ for anyone managing a small team or growing a business. Set yourself a reminder on YouTube here: https://t.co/pi3G0bxd2A https://t.co/mNsoC9P45q

By David C. Barnett
Turning Down $10M Led to GitLab’s IPO Success
SocialApr 16, 2026

Turning Down $10M Led to GitLab’s IPO Success

Sid Sijbrandij, co-founder of GitLab, was offered $10 million for his company. His dad said sell. His accountant said sell. His response: 'I really like working, so I don't mind working. And I think we can do better Six years later,...

By John Cumbers
Weekly Founder Check: Who Would You Rehire?
SocialApr 16, 2026

Weekly Founder Check: Who Would You Rehire?

the uncomfortable question every founder should ask weekly: if i had to rebuild this team from zero today, who would i rehire?

By Matt Gray
Corporate Buzzwords and Ego-Driven Meetings Push Talent Out
SocialApr 16, 2026

Corporate Buzzwords and Ego-Driven Meetings Push Talent Out

Meetings, egos, ‘circling back’: The ‘corporate ick’ that drives workers away https://t.co/5U1nZG1gZS #leadership #jobs #workplace #corporate

By Catherine Adenle
IMG Appoints Barney Francis as CBO After Guinness Departs
SocialApr 16, 2026

IMG Appoints Barney Francis as CBO After Guinness Departs

Chris Guinness Leaving IMG After 30 Years, Barney Francis Named Chief Business Officer of Sports Marketing Agency https://t.co/9UyQoyGDXx via @variety

By Todd Spangler
Prioritize Meaningful Conversations and Relationships for Effective Leadership
SocialApr 16, 2026

Prioritize Meaningful Conversations and Relationships for Effective Leadership

"If you want to lead well, organize your day around the conversations that matter and the relationships that need attention. That’s what compounds." - Randall Stutman (EP.497) With thanks to @AlphaSenseInc, @CanoeAI, and Ridgeline.

By Ted Seides
Jim Simons' Five Principles for Business and Life Success
SocialApr 16, 2026

Jim Simons' Five Principles for Business and Life Success

The late billionaire trader Jim Simons shares his five principles of success for business and life: https://t.co/isBafKbZVx

By S. Joseph Burns
Leadership Is an Infinite Game: Keep Innovating Forward
SocialApr 16, 2026

Leadership Is an Infinite Game: Keep Innovating Forward

Leadership is an infinite game. The goal is to keep improving, keep innovating, and keep moving forward. Video from ServiceTitan's North Star Summit

By Simon Sinek
When Nods Hide Misalignment: 5 Warning Signs
SocialApr 16, 2026

When Nods Hide Misalignment: 5 Warning Signs

5 signs your team isn’t aligned even if they’re all nodding. https://t.co/cO7jegZ7Ou #leadership #employees #management

By Catherine Adenle
CIOs Suffer From Hype‑Driven
SocialApr 16, 2026

CIOs Suffer From Hype‑Driven

"The 'Vibe Coding' Hangover: Why CIOs Are Paying the Price for 'Janitor in a Drum' Logic", By Craig S. Mullins and Robert Proffitt https://t.co/rj4X6vTgjx

By Dez Blanchfield
Identify Hidden Resistance by Analyzing Culture, Not Asking Employees
SocialApr 16, 2026

Identify Hidden Resistance by Analyzing Culture, Not Asking Employees

Don't ask employees if they'll resist change—they'll say no. Instead, assess cultural nuances, operational dynamics, and human elements that *will* create resistance. Understanding these is key to effective change management. #ChangeManagement #OrgCulture https://t.co/Xo7YxuWAt3

By Eric Kimberling
Lead AI with Purpose, Not Cost‑cutting, to Empower Culture
SocialApr 16, 2026

Lead AI with Purpose, Not Cost‑cutting, to Empower Culture

If you lead your AI story with cost-cutting, you will destroy your culture. Yes, AI brings efficiency. Yes, productivity will rise. But the real story is this: AI lets your people do more of the work that matters. Reach more customers. Create more value....

By Kaihan Krippendorff
Live Intentionally: Lessons on Growth, Relationships, and Success
SocialApr 16, 2026

Live Intentionally: Lessons on Growth, Relationships, and Success

Important life lessons I wish I knew years ago: 1 lost money can be found, lost time is lost forever - protect what matters most 2 to learn, unlearn, relearn and then change yourself is a superpower 3 you are...

By Vala Afshar
Authority Assigned, Accountability Tested, Not Transferred
SocialApr 15, 2026

Authority Assigned, Accountability Tested, Not Transferred

Everyone does not report to everyone. Responsibilities and authorities are assigned to individuals based on assessments of their ability to handle them. People are given the authority that they need to achieve outcomes and are held accountable for their ability...

By Ray Dalio
Shake Hands, Make Eye Contact to Ease Anticipation
SocialApr 15, 2026

Shake Hands, Make Eye Contact to Ease Anticipation

A technique to help cope with anticipation is to shake hands and make eye contact with everybody if you are speaking to a small meeting. #publicspeaking #keytosuccess #frippvt

By Patricia Fripp
Zapier Excels Through Transparency, Culture, and Talent Growth
SocialApr 15, 2026

Zapier Excels Through Transparency, Culture, and Talent Growth

I refer founders to Zapier’s blog often, the company is a well-oiled machine. Full transparency on how the company operates, Wade is a wealth of knowledge on working with agents, and culture is a top priority. They’re one of the...

By Brianne Kimmel
Break Down Silos to Unlock Innovation
SocialApr 15, 2026

Break Down Silos to Unlock Innovation

When Silos Hinder Innovation—and When They Can Help https://t.co/SLu6ZDNqxe Break down/connect silos. Maximize connectivity. Get everyone in the room. #silos #innovation https://t.co/5lvakdluBp

By Annette Franz
Pay Down Skill Debt or Watch Revenue Crumble
SocialApr 15, 2026

Pay Down Skill Debt or Watch Revenue Crumble

Revenue leaders are facing a new reality: Their teams have skill DEBT. Not just skill gaps. Debt compounds. Every quarter you don't invest in skill development: • Close rates drop further • Sales cycles get longer • Discounting gets heavier • Top reps leave for better orgs The interest...

By Chris Orlob
Nvidia CEO Turns Bully When Pressed on Tough Issues
SocialApr 15, 2026

Nvidia CEO Turns Bully When Pressed on Tough Issues

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's interview with @dwarkesh_sp is extraordinary and embarrassing. When he actually faces tough questions, Huang becomes a dishonest angry bully. Just a pathetic illustration of how bad our corporate leadership class is. https://t.co/HcfGQhBuAd

By Matt Stoller
Trust Inputs, Not Outputs, when Replicating Team Success
SocialApr 15, 2026

Trust Inputs, Not Outputs, when Replicating Team Success

Why can't you seem to land those proven practices from your old team, with your new team? Maybe you're mistaking the outputs of trust with the inputs. Really liked this perspective on why great teams can't be copied ... https://t.co/LARrCS5pbn https://t.co/h3Z9H6Ve6O

By Richard Seroter
Executive Success Is Possible Outside Traditional Norms
SocialApr 15, 2026

Executive Success Is Possible Outside Traditional Norms

As a woman who made it to executive leadership at an Ivy while working hybrid, I can say this plainly, it’s possible. Visibility is nuanced, and varies across circumstances and environments. It’s ok to recognize that success is still possible...

By Lo Nicolas
Honest Leaders Must Quit If Not Ready for AI
SocialApr 15, 2026

Honest Leaders Must Quit If Not Ready for AI

There's a lot of founders who are now running companies very different from the companies they wish they had. I talked to a CEO friend a few weeks ago that looked at himself and said I'm tired. Pandemic, economy, and now...

By Wil Reynolds
Nike CEO Eyes AI Data Centers After Allbirds Surge
SocialApr 15, 2026

Nike CEO Eyes AI Data Centers After Allbirds Surge

POV: The CEO of Nike — which is down 28% YTD — calling an emergency meeting with his C-Suite after seeing Allbirds pump +600% and demanding that the fitness giant pivots into AI data centres, leveraging Oregon’s abundance of hydropower....

By Trung Phan
Name the Awkwardness Upfront to Ease Tough Talks
SocialApr 15, 2026

Name the Awkwardness Upfront to Ease Tough Talks

The hardest conversations don't get easier by avoiding the awkwardness. They get easier when you name it upfront. Simply saying "this might feel uncomfortable, but I think it matters" changes everything about how the conversation goes. https://t.co/7BprqxAvxp

By Charles Duhigg
Humans, Not AI, Drive Revenue Growth
SocialApr 15, 2026

Humans, Not AI, Drive Revenue Growth

PSA to CEOs: AI is not going to save your revenue performance. AI is not going to save your revenue performance. AI is not going to save your revenue performance. AI is not going to save your revenue performance. AI is not going to save...

By Chris Orlob
Scale by Ignoring Noise, Focusing on What Matters
SocialApr 15, 2026

Scale by Ignoring Noise, Focusing on What Matters

Most leadership teams I’ve seen spend the majority of their time reacting to noise. The companies that scale are the ones that get ruthless about what actually matters. #leadership #priorities #entrepreneur #foundertips

By Scot Chisholm
Prep More Than You Speak: Master Speaking Anticipation
SocialApr 15, 2026

Prep More Than You Speak: Master Speaking Anticipation

Fripp’s Tips: One of the best ways to handle the anticipation of speaking is to make sure you are mentally prepared beforehand. Understand that there is always a lot more preparation time than speaking time. #frippvt #dailyquote #keytosuccess

By Patricia Fripp
SpaceX COO Gwynne Shotwell Joins TIME's 2026 Influentials
SocialApr 15, 2026

SpaceX COO Gwynne Shotwell Joins TIME's 2026 Influentials

Gwynne Shotwell is one of the few executives for whom the sky is not, in fact, the limit. In 2002, she joined SpaceX as the company’s seventh employee. Now, as president and COO, she leads over 23,000 employees in the...

By Arianna Huffington
Human Factors, Not Tech, Drive S/4HANA Success
SocialApr 15, 2026

Human Factors, Not Tech, Drive S/4HANA Success

Many S/4HANA implementations falter not due to complex technical issues, but due to common human and organizational behaviors. Learn the simple, yet crucial, strategies to avoid common pitfalls and ensure project success. #SAP #ImplementationTips #ProjectManagement https://t.co/y6HKNaiocb

By Eric Kimberling
Influence Over Control: Leading the AI-Driven Workplace
SocialApr 15, 2026

Influence Over Control: Leading the AI-Driven Workplace

Rapid change is underway in the workplace. How will it impact you? In September, I’ll be giving a keynote address at MHR’s World of Work 2026, a day dedicated to exploring how AI, HR, finance, psychology and leadership are reshaping business. Taking...

By Rory Sutherland
From Near Shutdown to $40M in Five Months
SocialApr 15, 2026

From Near Shutdown to $40M in Five Months

🚨 Last call 🚨 This week, I'm sitting down with @EricSimons, Co-founder & CEO of @boltdotnew, to talk about how they went from weeks away from shutdown to $40M in 5 months. If you're a founder, investor, or just trying to understand...

By Elizabeth Yin
Hire for Resilience and Agency, Not Just IQ/EQ
SocialApr 15, 2026

Hire for Resilience and Agency, Not Just IQ/EQ

Most hiring conversations focus on IQ and EQ. But Tako co-founder Sebastian Mejia spends most of his time on 2 other corners: AQ ("adversity quotient" or resilience) and Agency. His framing: to build a global company, you need to attract...

By Angela Strange
Meta CEO Revisits Coding to Grasp AI
SocialApr 15, 2026

Meta CEO Revisits Coding to Grasp AI

$META: Interesting read how CEO has returned to coding to better understand AI. https://t.co/qavUkYoGyt via @businessinsider

By Stephanie Link
Fireside Chat Kicks Off CadenceLIVE with Devgan, Huang
SocialApr 15, 2026

Fireside Chat Kicks Off CadenceLIVE with Devgan, Huang

Here at CadenceLIVE where the day will be started by a fireside chat with Anirudh Devgan and Jensen Huang.

By Anshel Sag
Founders Who Shun Investor Scr
SocialApr 15, 2026

Founders Who Shun Investor Scr

When founder is annoying that investors are asking questions and doing due dilligence there is a very high chance this founder will not succeed. Building companies is a collaborative marathon where investors aren’t just dumb money and nuance. Best investors engage in...

By Alex Iskold
Great Leaders Turn Criticism Into Growth Data
SocialApr 15, 2026

Great Leaders Turn Criticism Into Growth Data

Leaders are people too. It’s easy to take things personally. But the best leaders have mastered the art of objectivity. They don’t let criticism derail them... It’s a data point used for growth. Here’s how to do it:

By Scot Chisholm
Boring Meetings Sap Brain Power and Productivity
SocialApr 15, 2026

Boring Meetings Sap Brain Power and Productivity

Leaders should be aware of the toll boring meetings take on their workforce and the productivity of their employees. Boring meetings turn our brains into mush–an unfortunate effect that lingers for a couple of hours after the boring meeting ends. #Stress...

By Guy Winch
Scale Fast, but only when Your Business Is Ready
SocialApr 15, 2026

Scale Fast, but only when Your Business Is Ready

One of the hardest things a founder has to deal with is moving as fast as possible without rushing. Trying to grow a business that isn't ready for it is pushing on a string and will lead to burnout.

By Adam Robinson
Four Questions to Know When to Delegate Decisions
SocialApr 15, 2026

Four Questions to Know When to Delegate Decisions

Should You Delegate That Decision? Ask These 4 Questions - https://t.co/ZYqetPMEAZ - https://t.co/1oObzNjeuR - by Cheryl Strauss Einhorn

By John Hall
Learn Loyalty and Performance From Your Top Fans
SocialApr 15, 2026

Learn Loyalty and Performance From Your Top Fans

What Companies Can Learn from Their Biggest Fans - Your most devoted employees and customers have a lot to teach you about loyalty and performance. https://t.co/z3RY6cmPTp #leadership https://t.co/LPZjbqPDpr

By Annette Franz
When the Golden Thread Breaks, Alignment and Performance Collapse
SocialApr 15, 2026

When the Golden Thread Breaks, Alignment and Performance Collapse

Where the #GoldenThread Breaks Most Often https://t.co/esjA5Un9Ko When it holds, orgs operate w/ clarity/consistency. People know what matters & are equipped to act on it; customers feel the result. When it breaks, alignment disappears, performance becomes unpredictable. #leaders https://t.co/KdIGGg9Rml

By Annette Franz
Insight Is Evidence, Not the Decision Itself
SocialApr 15, 2026

Insight Is Evidence, Not the Decision Itself

Insight Is Evidence, Not an Answer https://t.co/RIBOEtPZ3R Orgs don’t stall because they lack #insight. They stall because they mistake insight for the answer. There’s this expectation that insight should/will arrive already translated into a decision. #decisionmaking #leaders https://t.co/vqHYapT1w6

By Annette Franz