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Leadership isn’t about perfection — it’s about progress. It’s about learning from feedback, rising after setbacks, and choosing...

Recruitment isn’t just about fit—it’s about values and decision-making capacity, especially when people will be entrusted with defining and protecting culture. This ensures your leadership team holds the organization’s reputation and ethical compass steady—even under unexpected pressure.

If “Nice work!” is your go-to praise, it’s time for an upgrade. Vague compliments are the junk food of feedback—tasty in the moment, zero staying power. Try the SBI Formula instead: 📍 𝗦𝗶𝘁𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 – When/where it happened 🎯 𝗕𝗲𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗼𝗿 – What the person actually did 💥 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 – Why it mattered

But here’s the real opportunity for leaders: ✅ What story do former employees tell about your culture? ✅ Did they leave because they outgrew the role—or felt undervalued? ✅ Would they come back… and would you want them back

✔️ Companies in the top quartile for ethnic diversity are 33% more likely to outperform on profitability (McKinsey). ✔️ Gender-diverse teams outperform less-diverse peers by 21% (McKinsey) ✔️ Organizations with inclusive cultures are 6× more likely to be innovative and 8× more likely to achieve better business outcomes (Deloitte). ✔️ Diverse teams make better decisions 87% of the time (Harvard Business Review). ✔️ Companies with diverse leadership generate 19% more innovation

It’s also: 👉 “What did their exit teach us about how we develop and retain talent?” Because every exit is feedback. And every return is a second chance—to get it right. What’s your take on hiring back former employees? Have you done it successfully—or regretted it?

Toxic workplaces drain more than just your energy—they chip away at your confidence, your well-being, and your empathy. They’re a leading cause of burnout, and unfortunately, they don’t come with a warning label. So if you're stuck in one, don't just brace yourself—arm yourself. Here’s how to survive with your sanity (and soul) intact:

As a leader, I’m excited by LinkedIn’s new AI job search tools that let recruiters and candidates speak naturally about goals – a simple phrase finds relevant roles without exact keywords. Hiring teams can now describe roles in plain language, and the system will surface matching candidates. For example, typing “business partner in a gaming startup” finds relevant people even if those exact words aren’t listed.

Here’s what worked then—and what still works now: ⭐ Build early relationships: Partner with schools, training programs, and communities to create talent pipelines before you need them. ⭐ Leverage global talent: Tap into passive candidates and talent beyond borders. The right fit may not be next door. ⭐ Invest in upskilling: The skills you need might already be on your team—just waiting for the opportunity.

AI can write code, analyze data, and even draft strategies. But it can’t build trust, navigate tension, or coach someone through change. The good news? These are trainable skills. 💡 Get feedback—honest, direct, no BS, aimed at your development 💡 Practice curiosity before judgment. 💡 Work with a coach. Join a peer circle. 💡 Step into situations that stretch your emotional & intellectual agility. 💡 Act—Action builds confidence. In this moment of disruption, human skills