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When Satya Nadella became CEO of Microsoft in 2014, he inherited a company known for its brilliant products but criticized for a rigid, “know-it-all” workplace culture. Early in his tenure, Nadella shared a personal story about a project where two teams with similar skills and objectives produced wildly different results. The difference wasn’t in talent or resources—it was culture. One team thrived because it embraced collaboration, curiosity, and learning from failure. The o

The greatest organizations are built on teams that know how to think together, work together, and win together. Yet in many workplaces, teams struggle with misalignment, unclear communication, and competing priorities, even when every member is highly skilled. That’s because performance isn’t just about who’s on the team ; it’s about how the team works as a unit . This is where team coaching comes in. Unlike individual coaching, which focuses on personal leadership growth, te

By: Bego Lozano, PCC Uncertainty has become our companion in leadership. In nearly every conversation with leaders, I hear the same underlying tension: the search for certainty in times when none exists. We're witnessing political shifts, economic volatility, technological disruption, and organizational transformation happening simultaneously. Leaders tell me they feel like they're navigating in fog, making decisions with incomplete information, and struggling to provide the

In today’s fast-moving business landscape, organizations are under increasing pressure to adapt, align, and deliver results while simultaneously navigating shifting priorities, hybrid work models , and rising employee expectations. But sustaining performance isn’t just about reacting to change. It’s also about building the internal capacity to grow, evolve, and thrive over time. That’s where Organizational Development (OD) comes in. More than a set of HR practices, OD is a st

Healthy Leadership By: Neal Eisenstein, MCC This morning, I had a catch-up call with an old client we'll call Glenn. After a considerable amount of travel to a series of business events located across the country, Glenn admitted that he's been under the weather, way too often in recent months. This was the result of too much travel, the desire to show up as an accountable and engaged executive at business meetings and too many late nights partying. The good news is that I di

The world feels extra right now. We've been treading (and sometimes drowning in) messy waters for a while, but somehow, the waves keep getting bigger. Disruption is constant, fear keeps our hearts lurching, and the impact seeps into every corner of our lives—including the workplace. At work, we’ve gone from the chronic stress of nonstop firefighting and pivoting to utter overwhelm and befuddlement comas from relentless chaos. And let’s be real—in the chaos, we don’t always

Feedback on Your Feedback Giving and receiving feedback is a universal part of our daily lives and one that constantly shapes our growth and development . Whether in professional settings, personal relationships, or casual interactions, feedback plays a crucial role in communication and improvement. What is the last piece of feedback you received or offered, and how did that go? The experiences can range from frustration and confusion to gratitude and growth. Learning to give

In today’s fast-paced and unpredictable world, organizations and leaders are facing an unprecedented level and complexity of challenges—shifting market dynamics, technological disruptions, economic uncertainties, and societal transformations. In such an environment, many individuals, leaders, and organizations find themselves in paralysis – uncertain and fearful to plan, act, and move forward. However, being hijacked into a state of in-action and focusing solely on immediate

By Colin McLetchie Almost without exception, when I ask leaders or leadership teams I’m working with, “What do you do to ensure you’re getting the feedback, ideas, and information you need,” they exclaim with great delight, “We have an Open Door Policy!” Oh … goody. So, then I ask this question: “When is the last time someone walked in your door to share an idea, offer you constructive input on your leadership, the organization’s direction, or, well, anything of real signi