In today’s fast-paced and often fragmented business world, leaders are under constant pressure to deliver results. Strategies, systems, and technology play a critical role, but one element consistently determines whether organizations truly thrive: human connection. When leaders choose to engage purposefully with others, employees, peers, partners, or communities, they do more than build relationships. They cultivate

In the high-pressure world of Fortune 500 companies, where competition is relentless and innovation is constant, leaders often focus on strategy, technology, and execution as the keys to success. Yet there is another, frequently overlooked, leadership skill that can transform workplace culture and unlock extraordinary performance: the ability to validate others. Validation is more than praise

In today’s complex business environment, the most successful Fortune 500 companies recognize that growth and performance are not driven solely by strategy and technology. People sustain them. More specifically, they suffer from feeling excluded, disrespected, and undervalued for who they truly are. For executives, HR leaders, and decision-makers, the question is no longer whether inclusivity matters

In today’s fast-paced corporate environment, organizations are seeking leadership strategies that not only enhance performance but also foster loyalty, innovation, and sustainable long-term growth. One of the most powerful principles available is also one of the simplest: the Golden Rule. Treat others with the same respect, kindness, and understanding that you would want for yourself. Although

Compassion may sound like a “soft skill,” but in today’s fast-paced, high-stakes corporate world, it’s actually a hard advantage. For Fortune 500 companies navigating global competition, disruptive technologies, and a constantly evolving workforce, compassion is more than kindness. It is a proven driver of performance, engagement, and resilience. When leaders and organizations intentionally cultivate compassion, they

Being engaged means: -Involved in activities with others -To be interested in others -Committed to others Questions then, for all of us are “How can we engage?”  and “Why does engagement even matter?” The answers are simple on the surface but make a significant and lasting impact on the people with whom we engage. Consider the impact the following experiences have

To validate means to prove or confirm something or someone is correct or truthful. Though we may come from different places with different upbringings, varying views, and diverse perspectives, one thing we all have in common is, we’re all human beings. So, when someone validates our skills, talents, or what they value in us, we’re lifted up.   With

Being inclusive is to be welcoming and inviting to everyone, regardless of any differences we may see in others on the surface. Being inclusive means, we accept others for who they are, as opposed to who we think they should or could be.   Acceptance is so powerful, as we continue to grow personally and professionally. Acceptance creates a

It’s simple, but also profound value in treating others with the same levels of respect and kindness – being nice to people – as we would want them to treat us with in return.   When everyone lives by the golden rule, we create such a great atmosphere around us, whether we’re at school, at work, on

Throughout the rest of this month, we’ll send you some thoughts, conversation starters, and activities you can do with your children, students, your teams, or even your families at home around four ways we can all GIVE Compassion to others. What does the word compassion mean to you? I’m sure you have someone in your life, an