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Motivation

Choice Theory 101: Unlocking Motivation at Work

In a previous article, we explored what it means to pursue balance in life as a management consultant. In this series of 3 articles, we will do a deep dive into this topic, drawing on Glasser’s Choice Theory and Reality Therapy (CTRT). Consider this first article a primer on key CTRT concepts that will serve […]

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Career Advice

Leadership Edge: Your Soft Skills Set You Apart

In my career, I’ve often seen technical expertise — what we call “hard skills” — acclaimed as the cornerstone of professional success. While this is true to a degree, I’ve learned that it’s not enough. The ability to navigate complex challenges, influence stakeholders, and inspire teams requires something more: soft skills. Skills like effective communication, […]

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Strategy

Big Ideas, Bad Results: Avoiding Strategic Uselessness

Imagine spending months crafting a detailed, data-driven strategy, only to watch it gather dust on a shelf. This scenario plays out far too often in the corporate world. In a rapidly shifting business landscape, with advances like AI, quantum computing, advanced robotics, blockchain, and gene editing, spending valuable time and resources developing a strategically useless […]