As kids, we’re often told by our parents not to talk to strangers. While it may have been solid advice then, there are good reasons we should talk to strangers as adults. In a series of experiments, Chicago’s Nick Epley found people who r…
In our research conducted in collaboration with the University of North Colorado Social Research lab, we found five reasons that people don’t speak up to contribute solutions, suggest micro-innovations, or advocate for customers.
1. People don&#…
Taking a leap of faith and trusting your gut takes courage, but it used to be standard operating practice. Intuition and instinct kept humans safe for thousands of years, but as we’ve evolved, we’ve learned to lean on data, learned respon…
As an epigenetic and executive coach to some of the world’s largest technology companies, I have dedicated my career to understanding the biology of belonging and the toxic, pervasive effects of exclusion in the workplace.
In the past five years…
I believe that our world is ready for a new paradigm on work and productivity—one that will nourish our most profound creative abilities. If we as business leaders accept that rigidity is the antithesis of creativity and innovation, then recogni…
With many of us working from home for the foreseeable future, videoconferencing has become a critical part of our professional and even personal lives. While there are several tools available for remote workers to use, such as Skype, Google Meet, or We…
Cash is the lifeblood of any company.
But in a pandemic, it can be difficult to know how to perceive the cash situation of your business. Should you be more conservative? Should you carry on “business as usual?” When is it safe to start h…
For many business leaders, it took a pandemic to recognize that we live in an unplanned world that needs better support for a workforce that is global and digital. And this overhaul goes beyond working from home.
This modern-day situation has shown us …
It’s well known that COVID-19 has taken a massive toll on the workforce, with more than 40 million people filing for unemployment in the U.S. alone. In addition to job losses and furloughs, many are also experiencing having a previous offer for …
COVID-19 and the murder of George Floyd created an unprecedented pivotal cultural moment. These two events are affecting, and causing us to reflect on, nearly every part of our lives and will shape our future going forward. When it comes to our work li…
