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We often associate leadership with metrics, KPIs, and dashboards — things we can quantify and track. But the truth is, some of the most powerful signs of great leadership can't be measured in numbers or spreadsheets. They live in the culture a leader creates, the everyday interactions, and the impact they leave on people long... Continue Reading →
Close your eyes for a moment... Think about the last time you walked into your workplace. Most likely, you saw the desks, the computers, the people working, the meeting rooms, the posters on the walls. But today, I’m not asking, “What did you see?” I’m asking, “What did you feel?” What was the energy you... Continue Reading →
Grab a cup of tea or coffee, it's time for your developmental break! Leadership is about COURAGE. Leadership: not every person can be a great leader, not every person wants to be a leader. There are many people who don't want to be a leader because leadership means making difficult but necessary decisions and being... Continue Reading →
Short-Term Gains, Long-Term Pains Recently, I watched a short video by Simon Sinek that triggered deeper reflection. In this video, he asked a critical question: Why do organizations continue to promote toxic leaders, despite the erosion of trust? First, and most obviously, the majority of companies operate within a results-oriented culture. Many businesses prioritize immediate... Continue Reading →
(1 min read) Big innovations changing our lives and accelerating progress happen rarely. Discovery of fire, wheel invention, paper, compass, electricity, plane, antibiotics, transistor, the Internet, iPhone are separated by centuries or decades. These discoveries have a significant impact and are bold and remarkable. However, there are millions of small innovations which quietly and without... Continue Reading →
Have a dream, start small, think BIG, and enjoy your PASSION! Take a look at the picture below. What you see is a seemingly ordinary rice cooker, but this humble appliance holds a special place in history. Taken in 1946, this photo captures the very first product commercialized by a company that would go on... Continue Reading →
The quote “Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication’ by Leonardo da Vinci is genius. It emphasizes the value of simplicity, indicating that simplicity, when achieved effectively, can be more powerful than complexity. Simplicity doesn’t equate to being basic or unsophisticated. It implies a level of clarity, coherence, and explicitness. True sophistication lies in the ability to... Continue Reading →
When leaders achieve success in business, they become the focus of many others. People seek to understand their secret to success and aspi to replicate or follow their leadership journey. This could revolve around qualities such as integrity, perseverance, compassion, innovation, leadership behaviours, courage, or inclusion. Role models demonstrate these traits in action, serving as... Continue Reading →
(3 mins read) During the last decade, personal development has been significantly disrupted. In the past, we had to face challenges related to the fear of the unknown, overcoming deeply ingrained habits, learning new skills, meeting new people, or exploring new geographies and cultures. Recently, new challenges have emerged. One such challenge is navigating the... Continue Reading →
(3 mins read) In the ever-evolving landscape of business and beyond, visionary leadership stands as the North Star that guides nations, organizations, or teams towards success. Visionary leaders possess a unique ability to see beyond the present, charting a course for the future that inspires and transforms both individuals and entire enterprises. Visionary leadership makes... Continue Reading →
Embarking on a journey of personal development is akin to unlocking the doors to a better, more fulfilled life. In a world where constant growth and self-improvement are valued more than ever, the vast landscape of personal development blogs offers a treasure trove of insights and wisdom. If you're ready to take charge of your... Continue Reading →
(2 mins read) In the dynamic landscape of modern workplaces, senior executives in every organization engage in discussions about new business strategies and their implications for organizational design to foster innovation and productivity. Changes to the company structure and appropriate resource allocation ensure that all employees execute the business strategy, leading the organization to success... Continue Reading →
Success is not an elevator that swiftly transports you to your destination; rather, it demands the patient and deliberate climb of the stairs. Each step symbolizes the effort, persistence, and learning required on the journey to achieving your goals. Embracing the staircase to success fosters character development and a deeper appreciation for the hard-earned triumphs... Continue Reading →
Below there is the “TOP 5: Posts on Leadership” in the first eight months of 2023. LEADERSHIP CASE STUDY: STEVE JOBS (APPLE) - explore leadership style of the greatest innovator https://every-day-development.com/2021/01/24/leadership-case-study-steve-jobs-apple/ ***** 2. HOW TO WORK SMARTER NOT HARDER - unlock the ultimate productivity hacks https://every-day-development.com/2022/10/30/how-to-work-smarter-not-harder/ ***** 3. 7 HABITS TO STRENGTHEN MENTAL HEALTH -... Continue Reading →
There are so many changes happening around us on an ongoing basis. Innovations, new ways of communicating, technology, etc, have impacted every single area of our life and the process of change has even accelerated. If we want to keep up or, in extreme situations, survive, we need to work on CHANGE AGILITY. We need... Continue Reading →
(3 mins read) Many leaders pretend to be authentic leaders, but the truth is that not many really are. We know many leaders who have inspired and influenced others. Leonidas in Thermopylae led a group of 300 Spartans who had a heroic battle with a Persian army. Mahatma Ghandi, the Indian politician who inspired a... Continue Reading →
Teamwork is the collective outcome from a mix of the strengths and talents of individuals. When a team collaborates effectively, they can overcome challenges, find innovative solutions, and achieve remarkable outcomes that would be difficult to attain individually. By fostering open communication, trust, and mutual support, teamwork cultivates a positive work environment where everyone can... Continue Reading →
(2 mins read) In our life we experience many different phases of personal growth. When we are young, full of energy, passionate and ambitious, we experience moments of growth almost every day. We meet new people, we engage in interesting discussions, we solve complex problems, we get promotions, we enjoy challenges, we learn a new... Continue Reading →
(3 mins read) It’s Friday! Hopefully, you have completed all or the majority of the priorities you set up at the beginning of the week. Today, before you dive into a well-deserved weekend, which is packed full of sleep, family time, exercise, walks, healthy meals, reading books, theatre trips, concerts or travel, I encourage you... Continue Reading →
(6 mins read) There have been many disruptive moments in human history: taming fire, the Industrial Revolution, the discovery of electricity, space exploration, and more recently, the digital revolution. In retrospect, one can say that these moments are like sparks, fast and disruptive. However, if we go deeper and analyse all the changes from the... Continue Reading →
(6 mins read) Did you know that stress is good? Yes, stress is good! 👍 It's a controversial statement at the beginning of the post about wellbeing. A healthy stress level gives us an adrenaline boost and stimulates us to action. If there is no stress, there may not be enough energy, effort or even... Continue Reading →
(2 mins read) Recently, I’ve observed an interesting trend on the global job market. Companies, more or less, have got similar strategies, comparable budgets, comparable operations and execution. They try to sell similar products or services to the same customers. However, some of them are more successful than others. There are some companies which went... Continue Reading →
LEADERSHIP FROM THE FUTURE (9 mins read) Elon Musk… the richest man in the world, whose name is known everywhere. Is he the XXI reincarnation of King Midas who had an ability to turn everything he touched into gold or he is the real embodiment of Tony Stark, the IronMan? At the beginning, I was... Continue Reading →
There is a deficit of trust these days. Be it traditional or on social media, different points of view, strong personalities with big egos or fake news. These all impact our senses or emotions and stimulate our conscious and subconscious mind in a good or bad way permanently. In some cases, it could create a... Continue Reading →
In theory collaboration is given in every organization and people connect naturally and they act as conscious and responsible co-workers. In reality, it’s rarely the case… New ways of working, like working anywhere and anytime disrupted collaboration to a significant extent. In the past collaboration happened within homogenous teams, sitting in the same office or... Continue Reading →
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